Answer:
lymphocytes
Explanation:
Lymphocyte is a type of cell that is part of the body's immediate defense, acting against cancer cells and viral infections. Also, these cells are very important in wound healing. Slower healing of an injury is best explained by temporarily reduced lymphocyte production.
The concentration of these cells in the blood depends on the individual's physical condition: in cases of immunodeficiency, the concentration is low (lymphopenia); when there are infections or rejection of transplants, it increases (lymphocytosis). Lymphocyte count is a widely used test for monitoring diseases and infections such as those caused by HIV.
A cause for infection is pathogens entering the body. This is either to a disease that's being transferred from one being to another, or through toxins, wounds, and similar things. Most commonly, when fighting the infection, the body produces white blood cells to combat the infection, which in combination with medication usually defeats the infection.
