isoantibody
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/ˌaɪsoʊˈæntɪˌbɒdi/
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/ˌaɪsəʊˈæntɪˌbɒdi/
antibody against same species
Etymology
'isoantibody' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'isos,' meaning 'equal' or 'same,' and 'antibody,' which refers to a protein produced by the immune system to neutralize pathogens.
'isoantibody' was formed by combining 'iso-' with 'antibody' to describe antibodies that react with antigens from the same species.
Initially, it meant 'an antibody reacting with antigens from the same species,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an antibody produced by an individual that reacts with antigens from another individual of the same species.
The presence of isoantibodies can lead to complications in blood transfusions.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/15 10:52