tumor immunity

Tumor immunity refers to the body's natural defense system that recognizes and fights cancer cells. Our immune system identifies abnormal cells, including those in tumors, as foreign or dangerous through specific markers called antigens. Immune cells such as T-cells and natural killer cells can attack these cancer cells to prevent tumor growth. However, some tumors develop ways to evade immune detection, allowing them to grow unchecked. Understanding tumor immunity helps scientists develop treatments like immunotherapy, which boosts the immune response against cancer, offering a targeted approach that leverages the body's defenses to fight the disease more effectively.