Immunology Terminology

noun a substance that is recognized by the immune system and triggers an immune response

• The antigen is a substance that triggers an immune response in the body.
• Hey, did you know that an antigen is like a red flag for your immune system?
• That antigen thing is like a little troublemaker for your body's defenses.
• Just like a spy, the antigen sneaks into the body and causes a commotion.

noun the ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies or sensitized white blood cells

• Vaccination is a reliable method to develop immunity against certain diseases.
• Eating healthy and staying active can help boost your immunity.
• I heard that elderberry syrup is great for building up your immunity.
• Having a strong support system can provide emotional immunity against negativity.

noun a type of small protein that is important in cell signaling, especially in the immune system

• The researchers studied the role of cytokines in the immune response.
• Cytokines are like messengers that tell your immune system what to do.
• Some people call cytokines the 'traffic directors' of the immune system.
• In the battle against infection, cytokines are the generals leading the troops.

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.

• The major histocompatibility complex (MHC) plays a crucial role in the immune system's ability to distinguish self from non-self.
• Scientists are studying the MHC to better understand how our immune system works.
• I heard that MHC is like the bouncer of our immune system, deciding who gets in and who doesn't.
• The MHC acts like a security guard, ensuring only the right 'guests' are allowed into the immune system party.

noun a person or thing that confines or restrains neutrophils

• The neutrophil-cager is a specialized device used in laboratories to study the behavior of neutrophils.
• I heard they're using a neutrophil-cager in the lab to look at those white blood cells.
• Check out the new gadget, it's like a neutrophil-cager or something.
• Her words acted like a neutrophil-cager, trapping me in a cycle of negative thoughts.

adjective relating to or characteristic of mice or rats

• The researchers conducted a study using murine models to investigate the effects of the new drug.
• I heard they used those little murine creatures in the lab for their experiment.
• I can't believe they're using those mousey murine things for their research.
• The team approached the problem with a murine-like attention to detail, leaving no stone unturned.

noun the state or quality of being an adjuvant; the action of helping or assisting in a supportive role

• The adjuvancy of the new drug helped to enhance its effectiveness in treating the disease.
• The adjuvancy of the ingredients really brought out the flavors in the dish.
• I added a little adjuvancy to my workout routine by incorporating some new exercises.
• The adjuvancy of teamwork is essential for the success of any project.