How Does the Adaptive Immune System Recognize Cancer Cells?
Cancer cells often express abnormal proteins or [antigens] on their surface due to genetic mutations. These antigens can be recognized by the adaptive immune system. [T cells], particularly cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs), play a critical role in identifying and destroying cancer cells. CTLs recognize cancer antigens presented by Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) molecules on the surface of [tumor cells]. Additionally, helper T cells assist in orchestrating the immune response by secreting cytokines that activate other immune cells.
