Lymphocyte
White blood cells that are central to adaptive immunity. Includes T cells (cellular immunity) and B cells (antibody production).
Used in the Books
This term appears in 2 chapters:
"...tant fluctuation between aggression and exhaustion, driving erratic decision-making and mood swings. - Immune markers: Suppressed (40% reduction in lymphocyte count) - The body's defense system compromised by chronic stress. Despotic leaders are more vulnerable to illness despite appearing strong. - **Tel..."
"Immunological function of the thymus. The Lancet, 278(7205), 748-749. - Discovery of thymus function in T lymphocyte development; demonstrated thymectomized mice couldn't reject grafts or mount normal immune responses. Miller, J.F.A.P. (2020)."
Biological Context
Lymphocytes recognize specific pathogens through surface receptors. B cells produce antibodies; T cells kill infected cells or coordinate immune responses. Memory lymphocytes provide long-lasting immunity after infection or vaccination. Lymphocytes circulate through blood and lymphatic system.
Business Application
Organizational lymphocytes: specialized defense units that identify and respond to specific threats—security teams, legal departments, competitive intelligence. They develop 'memory' of past threats.