B lymphocyte

Definition / meaning of B lymphocyte

A type of immune cell that makes proteins called antibodies, which bind to microorganisms and other foreign substances, and help fight infections. A B lymphocyte is a type of white blood cell. Also called B cell.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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