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Immune System Crosstalk

Meaning

Immune System Crosstalk refers to the complex, bidirectional molecular communication and regulatory interactions occurring between immune cells, tissues, and non-immune cells throughout the body. This continuous dialogue, mediated by cytokines, chemokines, and direct cell-to-cell contact, is essential for maintaining immune surveillance, orchestrating inflammatory responses, and achieving immunological tolerance. Understanding this crosstalk is vital, as disruptions can lead to chronic inflammation, autoimmunity, and systemic hormonal imbalances.