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Tissue Immunology

Meaning

Tissue Immunology is the specialized field of study focused on the localized immune environment and the complex, reciprocal interactions between immune cells, stromal cells, and resident cells within a specific organ or tissue. This discipline recognizes that the immune system does not operate solely in circulation but is highly specialized in each tissue, playing a critical role in local homeostasis, repair, and the modulation of endocrine and metabolic functions. Understanding tissue immunology is key to addressing localized chronic inflammation that underlies many hormonal dysfunctions.