The primary immune response is a slow reaction to the first encounter with an antigen, as it involves the gradual proliferation of B lymphocytes and the subsequent formation of memory cells for future recognition.
The primary immune response is slow upon initial antigen exposure due to a limited number of B lymphocytes. Memory cells are produced, which provide long-term immunity by remembering the antigen.
| Front | Describe the primary immune response |
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| Back | When the antigen enters the body for the first time The primary response is slow are there aren't as many B lymphocytes. After being exposed B and T lymphocytes produce memory cells which remember the specific antigen. |
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