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natural killer cell
Used for:
large granular lymphocyte
Used for:
null cell
See for:
NK cell
Broader Terms:
killer cell
Scope Note:
type of cytotoxic leukocytes which attack and kill virus-infected or neoplastic cells independent of antibody coating or MHC restriction; may be derived from lymphocytes or monocytes.
Term Number:
0435-4050
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