Immune cell recruitment

Immune cell recruitment refers to the process by which immune cells are directed to sites of infection, injury, or inflammation through various signals, including chemokines and adhesion molecules. This process is crucial for mounting an effective immune response, as it enables the body to localise and eliminate pathogens or damaged tissue. Dysregulation of immune cell recruitment can contribute to chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, where excessive recruitment leads to tissue damage.