lymphoid

Lymphoepithelial cyst

A lymphoepithelial cyst is a benign (non-cancerous) growth commonly found in the head and neck but less commonly in other parts of the body. It is called “lymphoepithelial” because it comprises lymphoid tissue and epithelial cells. What are the symptoms of a lymphoepithelial cyst? Most lymphoepithelial cysts do not cause any symptoms and are discovered …
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Germinal centers

Germinal centers are specialized structures within lymphoid tissues where B cells (a type of white blood cell) mature and differentiate. These centers play an important role in the body’s immune response by helping train B cells to produce antibodies that target specific pathogens. Where are germinal centers normally found? Germinal centers are typically found within …
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Lymphoid cells

What are lymphoid cells? Lymphoid cells are immune cells, specifically B cells, T cells, plasma cells, and natural killer (NK) cells. They are part of the body’s immune system and they play an important role in protecting the body from infections. Where are lymphoid cells normally found? Lymphoid cells can be found throughout the body …
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Lymphoid aggregate

What is a lymphoid aggregate? Lymphoid aggregate is a general term used to describe a group of lymphoid (immune) cells such as lymphocytes, plasma cells, and histiocytes. A lymphoid aggregate may be found anywhere in the body but it is more commonly found in the skin, throat, and digestive tract. A lymph node is a …
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