
Immune 66: COVID-19 immune memory - what you need to know
Immune
Longevity and Functionality of Memory B Cells
The chapter delves into the longevity and functionality of memory B cells in response to various infections, emphasizing the importance of antibody production and immune memory for future variants. It discusses the rapid response of the immune system, the generation of memory B cells post-infection, and the impact of somatic hypermutation on neutralization potency against variants. The conversation stresses the critical role of B cell memory in efficiently combating pathogens.
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