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The Genetic Switch That Controls How Immune Cells Protect Your Organs
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The Genetic Switch That Controls How Immune Cells Protect Your Organs

Your body is running a continuous maintenance operation that you never think about and never feel. Every organ, every tissue, every corner of your anatomy is being patrolled by a type of immune cell that eats debris, destroys pathogens, recycles materials, and keeps the local environment functional. These cells, called macrophages, are not just defenders….