Several key cells are involved in the local immune response:
Macrophages: These phagocytic cells engulf and digest pathogens and cellular debris. They also release cytokines that recruit other immune cells. Dendritic Cells: These antigen-presenting cells capture antigens and present them to T cells, initiating the adaptive immune response. Mast Cells: These cells release histamine and other mediators that increase blood vessel permeability, facilitating the influx of immune cells. Neutrophils: These phagocytic cells are among the first responders to infection and play a crucial role in eliminating pathogens. T cells and B cells: These lymphocytes are key players in the adaptive immune response, providing specificity and memory to the immune system.
