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Immune surveillance is a process in which __________ nonspecifically detect and destroy foreign cells and diseased host cells.
Small Intestine
The small intestine is part of the digestive system, responsible for absorbing nutrients from food through its lining into the bloodstream.
Cholesterol
A waxy, fat-like substance found in the cells of all animals, essential for the formation of cell membranes, certain hormones, and vitamin D.
LDL Receptor
A receptor on cell surfaces that binds low-density lipoproteins, playing a critical role in cholesterol metabolism.
HDLs
High-Density Lipoproteins, referred to as "good" cholesterol, help remove other forms of cholesterol from your bloodstream.
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