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Abnormally low number of lymphocytes in the blood. A decrease in the number of lymphocytes in the blood, which may occur in a wide variety of diseases. A state characterized by a decrease in the quantity of lymphocytes below the expected levels. A reduction in the count of lymphocytes, a specific type of white blood…

T cells attack body cells themselves when they have been taken over by viruses or have become cancerous.  

The B cells make antibodies that attack bacteria and toxins.  

Pertaining to the production of lymphocytes. Referring to lymphoblasts, or forming lymphocytes.  

A term meaning “disease of the lymph nodes – lymph node enlargement”. Disease of the lymph nodes, usually manifested as swelling of the nodes. Enlargement of the lymph glands lymphadenopathy syndrome. Any unusual condition of the lymph nodes. Swelling of lymph glands, or nodes; often termed “swollen glands” Swollen, firm, and possibly tender lymph nodes…

Inflammation of lymph vessels and nodes. An inflammation of the lymphatic system.  

Inflammation of the lymph nodes in the neck, usually caused by an infection.  

Is the structural and functional degradation of the corpus luteum (CL) that occurs at the end of the luteal phase of both the estrous and menstrual cycles in the absence of pregnancy.  

A carotenoid, occurs naturally as yellow or orange pigment in some fruits and leafy vegetables. It is one of the two carotenoids contained within the retina of the eye. Within the central macula, zeaxanthin predominates, whereas in the peripheral retina, lutein predominates. Lutein is necessary for good vision and may also help prevent or slow…