Murine Dendritic Cell

**Semantic type:** Cell

**Definition:** Dendritic Cells are immunocompetent cells of the lymphoid and hemopoietic systems and skin. They function morphologically and phenotypically by presenting or processing antigens, thereby stimulating cellular immunity. They represent the most potent antigen-presenting cells and, therefore, play a critical role in the primary T cell immune response.

**Synonyms:** - Dendritic Cell - Dendritic Cells - Interdigitating Cells - Veiled Cells