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Recall antigens are those which have previously been encountered by the individual and for which there are pre-existent memory lymphocytes.
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Upon exposure to an antigen to which the individual has been previously exposed, memory B and T lymphocytes quickly proliferate and differentiate into effector cells. This rapid recall response is critical in controlling the extent of infection and preventing disease. Memory responses are generally more effective in preventing disease due to systemic infection than to mucosal infection.
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(2004). Recall antigens. In: Moreland, L.W. (eds) Rheumatology and Immunology Therapy. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-29662-X_2307
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