Long-lived lymphocytes that respond more rapidly and effectively on antigen encounter at a later time are known as _____ cells.

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Memory cells are the long-lived lymphocytes that can "remember" a previous encounter with an antigen and respond more rapidly and effectively upon encountering the same antigen again. Effector cells are the immediate responders to an antigen, while anergic cells are those that have become unresponsive to antigens. Autoimmune cells and cytotoxic cells are not relevant to the description given.

Long-Lived Lymphocytes That Respond More Rapidly and Effectively on Antigen