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Immunology
Immunology is the study of the structuree and function of the immune system which is responsible for the protection from invading foreign macromolecules or organisms. It is a broad branch of biomedical science that covers the study of all aspects of the immune system in organisms. It deals with the physiological functioning of the immune system in both healthy states and immunological disorders (autoimmune diseases, hypersensitivities, immune deficiency, transplant rejection); the physical, chemical and physiological characteristics of the components of the immune system in vitro, in situ, and in vivo.
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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.
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