Scavenger Cell (Noun)
Meaning
A cell that engulfs and digests debris and invading microorganisms.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Macrophages are a type of scavenger cell that play a crucial role in the immune system by engulfing and digesting foreign particles and microorganisms.
- The scavenger cell receptor recognizes and binds to specific molecules on the surface of pathogens, allowing the cell to internalize and degrade them.
- Dendritic cells can also act as scavenger cells, capturing and processing antigens for presentation to T-cells.
- Neutrophils are another type of scavenger cell that helps to defend the body against infection by ingesting and killing bacteria and other pathogens.
- The scavenger cell's ability to recognize and eliminate pathogens is essential for maintaining tissue homeostasis and preventing infection.