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2nd Edition of International Conference on Gastroenterology

September 24-26, 2026, London,UK

September 24 -26, 2026 | London, UK

Immune Recognition

Immune Recognition

The immune recognition process is a complex system of interactions between cells, molecules, and the environment that allow the body to identify and respond to foreign agents. It is a crucial part of the immune system as it allows the body to recognize and respond to threats from pathogens, such as viruses and bacteria, as well as potential threats from cancer cells. The first step in the immune recognition process is the recognition of the foreign agent, or antigen, by specialized immune cells called antigen presenting cells (APCs). APCs are responsible for taking up and presenting the antigen to other immune cells, such as T cells and B cells. T cells are responsible for recognizing the antigen and initiating an immune response, while B cells produce antibodies that bind to and neutralize the antigen. In order for the immune system to recognize an antigen, it must first be processed and presented by an APC. This process involves breaking down the antigen into small fragments, called epitopes, which are then presented on the surface of the APC. Once the antigen is presented, the T cells can recognize the epitope and initiate an immune response. The second step in the immune recognition process is the activation of the T cells. This involves the binding of the antigen to a specific T cell receptor on the surface of the T cell. This binding activates the T cell, and it begins to secrete cytokines, which are molecules that help to regulate the immune response. The final step in the immune recognition process is the activation of the B cells. This involves the binding of the antigen to a specific B cell receptor on the surface of the B cell. This binding activates the B cell, which then produces antibodies that bind to and neutralize the antigen. Immune recognition is a complex process that is essential for the body's ability to protect itself from foreign agents. It involves the recognition of the antigen by specialized immune cells, the activation of the T cells and B cells, and the production of antibodies that bind to and neutralize the antigen. Without this process, the body would be unable to defend itself against potential threats.

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