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The Vomiting Center Is Located in the __________ of the Brain

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The vomiting center is located in the __________ of the brain.


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Macrophages

A type of white blood cell part of the immune system, involved in the detection, phagocytosis, and destruction of bacteria and other harmful organisms.

Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF)

A cell signaling protein (cytokine) involved in systemic inflammation and is part of the immune system's response to infections and diseases.

Inflammatory Response

The body's biological reaction to harmful stimuli, infections, or injuries, aimed at eliminating the cause and restoring tissue health.

Cytokines

Small proteins released by cells, particularly those in the immune system, that act as signaling molecules to regulate immunity, inflammation, and hematopoiesis.

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