adaptive immunity
Adaptive immunity refers to the body's ability to recognize a specific pathogen, such as a virus or bacteria, and mount a targeted immune response to eliminate it. This type of immunity involves the production of specialized immune cells and molecules that can remember and respond more effectively to the same pathogen upon subsequent encounters, providing long-term protection against future infections.
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