Cell-Mediated Immunity

**Semantic type:** Cell Function

**Definition:** Those manifestations of the immune response which are mediated by antigen-sensitized T-lymphocytes via lymphokines or direct cytotoxicity. This takes place in the absence of circulating antibody or where antibody plays a subordinate role.

**Synonyms:** - Cell Mediated Immunity - Cell Mediated Immunology - Cellular Immunity