Mhc

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Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /em eɪtʃ siː/

Definitions of MHC

noun Abbreviation for Major Histocompatibility Complex, a group of genes that code for proteins found on the surface of cells that help the immune system recognize foreign substances.

Example Sentences

A1 My MHC is located in the city center.

A2 The MHC provides free healthcare services to low-income families.

B1 The MHC is currently recruiting new staff members.

B2 The MHC has implemented a new electronic medical records system.

C1 The MHC's research department is renowned for its groundbreaking studies on mental health.

C2 The MHC has established partnerships with leading pharmaceutical companies for clinical trials.

Examples of MHC in a Sentence

formal The major histocompatibility complex (MHC) plays a crucial role in the immune system's ability to distinguish self from non-self.

informal Scientists are studying the MHC to better understand how our immune system works.

slang I heard that MHC is like the bouncer of our immune system, deciding who gets in and who doesn't.

figurative The MHC acts like a security guard, ensuring only the right 'guests' are allowed into the immune system party.

Grammatical Forms of MHC

plural

MHCs

comparative

more MHC

superlative

most MHC

present tense

MHC

future tense

will MHC

perfect tense

has MHCed

continuous tense

is MHCing

singular

MHC

positive degree

MHC

infinitive

to MHC

gerund

MHCing

participle

MHCed

Origin and Evolution of MHC

First Known Use: 1936 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: MHC stands for Major Histocompatibility Complex, a group of genes that code for proteins found on the surfaces of cells that help the immune system distinguish between self and non-self cells.
Evolution of the word: The term MHC was first used in the field of immunology in 1936 by British immunologist Peter Gorer to describe the genetic region responsible for graft rejection in mice. Over time, the understanding of MHC has evolved to include its role in immune response, autoimmunity, and transplantation.