Langerhans Cell

Specialized dendritic cells found in the epidermis of the skin and other epithelia, acting as antigen-presenting cells to initiate immune responses.

Key Functions:

• Captures, processes, and presents antigens to T-lymphocytes.
• Plays a crucial role in initiating primary immune responses in the skin.
• Forms a network in the epidermis to survey for pathogens.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Dendritic Cell (type of)
• Skin (found in epidermis)
• Immune System (antigen-presenting cell)
• T-lymphocyte (presents antigens to)