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... > social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > human development > health and well-being > immune system
social science subjects > health and social care > human body parts > hemic and immune systems > immune system

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immune system  

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  • The immune system is a complex network of biological structures and substances within an organism: cells, tissues, and organs working together and protecting against diseases or infections. Infection may be caused by microbes (e.g., bacteria, parasites, fungi) and viruses. [Source: Music in the Social and Behavioral Sciences: An Encyclopedia; Immune System]

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