👉 Counteraction is a scientific concept in which an individual or organism's immune response to an infection or injury results in the destruction of the invading microorganisms without causing further damage. This process is known as a "countermeasures" approach, and it can be used to protect individuals from pathogens by preventing them from spreading. The term "counteraction" is often associated with the concept of viral infections, which are caused by viruses that specifically target host cells and cause harm through their replication and release of toxins