The immune system relies on a network of ligands and receptors for communication. Examples include cell surface ligands like MHC molecules and CD proteins, secreted ligands like cytokines and chemokines, as well as various types of receptors. These interactions play a crucial role in immune surveillance, activation, and regulation.
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Sending a Message Near and Far
Cell communication in multicellular organisms involves autocrine, paracrine, and endocrine signaling. Autocrine signaling enables a cell to regulate its own activity by releasing signaling molecules. Paracrine signaling affects nearby cells, while endocrine signaling releases molecules into the bloodstream, affecting distant target cells in tissues or organs.
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