Are plasma cells B cells?
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Are plasma cells B cells?
B-Cells:
B-cells are a specific type of leukocyte (white blood cell) known as a lymphocyte. B-cells help to protect to body against various pathogens. For example, some B-cells produce antibodies that can attack and destroy pathogens such as viruses and bacteria.
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View this answerPlasma cells are a specific type of B-cells. Each plasma B-cell can produce large amounts of a single type of antibody. These antibodies then function...
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