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A natural science concerned with the study of life or living matter in all its forms and phenomena, especially in relation to their origin, growth, reproduction, structure, behaviour and evolution.

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lymphoblast

Biology; Immunology

A lymphoblast is a lymphocyte that has enlarged and increased its rate of RNA and protein synthesis.

immunoregulation

Biology; Immunology

The ability of the immune system to sense and regulate its own responses is called immunoregulation.

myeloma proteins

Biology; Immunology

Myeloma proteins are immunoglobulins secreted by myeloma tumors and are found in the patient’s plasma.

specificity

Biology; Immunology

The specificity of an antibody determines its ability to distinguish the immunogen from other antigens.

lymphatic vessels

Biology; Immunology

Lymphatic vessels, or lymphatics, are thin-walled vessels that carry lymph through the lymphatic system.

tumor immunology

Biology; Immunology

Tumor immunology is the study of host defenses against tumors, usually studied by tumor transplantation.

immunoglobulin E (IgE)

Biology; Immunology

IgE is the class of immunoglobulin characterized by ε heavy chains. It is involved in allergic reactions.