The innate immune system includes anatomic and physiologic components such as the skin, mucous membranes, body temperature, and specialized defenses such as natural killer cells, diverse phagocytes, and inflammatory barriers.

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The innate immune system is the body's first line of defense against pathogens and includes both physical barriers like skin and mucous membranes, and cellular components such as natural killer cells and phagocytes, as well as physiological responses like fever and inflammation.

The Innate Immune System Includes Anatomic and Physiologic Components Such