Specificity refers to the ability of ____.

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Specificity in the context of the immune system refers to the ability of T and B cells to form specific receptors that recognize and bind to a specific pathogen. This is essential for the immune system to distinguish self from non-self and mount a targeted response to fight off infections. MHC markers, macrophages, the complement system, and memory cells are all important components of the immune system, but they do not specifically refer to the ability of cells to recognize and respond to a particular pathogen.

Specificity Refers to the Ability of ____