Antigen

Synonyms of antigen

• immunogen
• foreign substance
• antibody generator

Antonyms of antigen

• antibody
• autoantigen
• self-antigen

Collocations of antigen

antigen test

Frequency: 80 %

She went to the clinic for an antigen test.

antigen antibody

Frequency: 70 %

The antigen antibody interaction was studied in detail.

antigen detection

Frequency: 65 %

The antigen detection kit provided quick results.

antigen response

Frequency: 60 %

The body's antigen response was swift and effective.

antigen presentation

Frequency: 45 %

The process of antigen presentation is crucial for immune response.

Idiomatic Expressions for antigen

• Phrase: cross-reactive antigen
  Meaning: An antigen that can stimulate an immune response against a different but similar antigen.
  Usage: The immune system may produce antibodies against a cross-reactive antigen, providing some level of protection.