autologous
|au-to-lo-gous|
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/ɔːˈtɑːləɡəs/
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/ɔːˈtɒl.ə.ɡəs/
from the same individual
Etymology
'autologous' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'autólogos,' where 'auto-' meant 'self' and 'logos' meant 'relation.'
'autologous' was formed in modern scientific English from Greek roots, and has been used in medical terminology since the early 20th century.
Initially, it meant 'relating to oneself,' but over time it evolved into its current medical meaning of 'originating from the same individual.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
originating within the same individual, especially referring to cells, tissues, or organs that are taken from and used in the same person's body.
The patient received an autologous bone marrow transplant.
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Last updated: 2025/08/05 16:52