State the main function of lymphocytes of the blood.

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Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell. The main function is that they serve as part of the immune system. Their various functions allow them to properly respond to foreign invaders in the body and eliminate them. They produce specific antibodies. This helps in the providing protection against the infectious diseases. The T- lymphocytes helps in cell-mediated response while the humoral immunity is provided by B- lymphocytes.

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