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melanocytes
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cells in the epidermis that produce melanin
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melanin
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a dark pigment produced by the melanocytes of the epidermis, which is the most important component of skin color.
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pathogen
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an organism and entity that can cause disease
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antigens
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whole or part of an invading organism that prompts a response (such as production of antibodies) from the body's immune system
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antibodies
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proteins (immunoglobins) formed by the immune system that are specifically structured to bind to and neutralize invading antigens
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immunoglobulins
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proteins produced by B lymphocytes that function as antibodies.
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