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GO: Biological Process

inflammatory response

Term ID
GO:0006954
Synonyms
  • inflammation
Definition
The immediate defensive reaction (by vertebrate tissue) to infection or injury caused by chemical or physical agents. The process is characterized by local vasodilation, extravasation of plasma into intercellular spaces and accumulation of white blood cells and macrophages. 0198506732
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Ontology
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