Immunology Vocabulary

noun a linguistic process in which words are formed by stringing together morphemes without changing them

• The process of agglutination involves the clumping together of particles or cells.
• When the blood test showed signs of agglutination, the doctor knew there was a problem.
• I hate when my cereal gets soggy and there's agglutination of the flakes.
• The agglutination of ideas in her mind led to a breakthrough in her research.

noun a disease caused by the entrance into the body of bacteria or viruses

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• The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection.
• I heard she got an infection from that dirty cut.
• I don't want to get an infection, so I'm going to clean this wound properly.
• Negativity can spread like an infection if not addressed.

adjective causing or capable of causing infection; communicable

• The infectious disease spread rapidly throughout the community.
• Her laughter was so infectious, everyone in the room couldn't help but smile.
• That new song is so catchy, it's infectious!
• His positive attitude was infectious, spreading to everyone around him.

adjective describing or causing inflammation, especially in a physical sense

• The doctor prescribed medication to reduce the inflammatory response in the patient's body.
• I heard that eating certain foods can cause an inflammatory reaction in some people.
• Don't eat that, it's so spicy it's like eating pure inflammatory!
• His inflammatory remarks only served to escalate the tension in the room.

verb to inject a vaccine or a disease-causing microorganism into the body in order to protect against a particular disease

• The doctor will inoculate the children against measles during the vaccination drive.
• Make sure you get inoculated before traveling to tropical regions.
• I heard you can get inoculated at the pharmacy down the street.
• Education is the best way to inoculate yourself against ignorance.

adjective not susceptible or responsive; immune or resistant to something

• The vaccine has been proven to make individuals insusceptible to the virus.
• Some people seem to be insusceptible to allergies, lucky them!
• I wish I was as insusceptible to stress as she is.
• His insusceptible demeanor made it hard to tell if he was truly happy or not.

noun A type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the immune system by defending the body against infections and diseases.

• Leukocytes are white blood cells that play a crucial role in the body's immune system.
• White blood cells, also known as leukocytes, help fight off infections in the body.
• Leukocytes are like the body's little warriors, always ready to battle any invaders.
• Think of leukocytes as the body's defense team, constantly on guard to protect against any threats.

noun a female given name

• Mab is a traditional Filipino dish made with pork and shrimp paste.
• I'm craving some Mab for dinner tonight.
• Let's grab some Mab from that new restaurant down the street.
• Her leadership style is like Mab, strong and assertive.

noun a nonspecific thing or person

adjective not clearly or explicitly identified or expressed

• The doctor's report stated that the patient's symptoms were nonspecific and required further testing.
• I'm not sure what's wrong with my car, the mechanic said it's some nonspecific issue.
• She keeps giving me vague, nonspecific answers whenever I ask her about her plans.
• His speech was filled with nonspecific promises and empty rhetoric.

adjective causing or capable of causing disease

• The pathogenic bacteria were identified as the cause of the outbreak.
• Those germs are pathogenic and can make you sick.
• Watch out for those nasty bugs, they're pathogenic!
• His toxic behavior was like a pathogenic virus spreading negativity everywhere.

noun a factor that can cause an immune response in certain situations, such as during pregnancy

• The Rh factor is an inherited protein found on the surface of red blood cells.
• Do you know if you have the Rh factor in your blood?
• I heard that Rh factor can affect your blood type.
• The presence or absence of the Rh factor can be like a genetic fingerprint.

noun a genus of bacteria, including many pathogenic species that cause various infections in humans and animals

• Streptococcus is a type of bacteria commonly found in the throat.
• I heard streptococcus is going around the school.
• My friend got a bad case of strep from that streptococcus bacteria.
• Negativity can spread like streptococcus in a community.

noun the severity or harmfulness of a disease or poison

• The virulence of the virus was a cause for concern among health officials.
• The virulence of that argument was intense, it got pretty heated.
• The virulence of that gossip was off the charts, it spread like wildfire.
• The virulence of her ambition was unmatched, she would stop at nothing to achieve her goals.

noun an infective agent that typically consists of a nucleic acid molecule in a protein coat, is too small to be seen by light microscopy, and is able to multiply only within the living cells of a host

• The virus has spread rapidly throughout the population, causing widespread concern.
• I heard there's a nasty virus going around, so make sure to wash your hands frequently.
• Dude, that virus is no joke - stay safe out there!
• Negativity can spread like a virus, infecting those around you with its toxic influence.

noun in biology, a muscle, gland, or organ capable of responding to a stimulus, especially a nerve impulse

• The effector protein is responsible for carrying out the specific function of a gene.
• The effector helps the cell do its job.
• The effector is like the muscle of the cell.
• Think of the effector as the worker bee in the hive, getting things done.

noun a small organ located near the base of the neck that plays a crucial role in the immune system by producing T-cells

• The thymus is a specialized organ in the immune system responsible for T cell maturation.
• I heard that the thymus plays a key role in our immune system.
• My thymus must be working overtime to fight off this cold!
• Her compassion is like a thymus, always ready to protect and nurture those around her.

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adjective describing a person or thing that has reduced or weakened immune system function

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• Patients who are immunosuppressed have a weakened immune system and need to take extra precautions.
• My friend, who is immunosuppressed, has to be extra careful about germs and illnesses.
• Dude, if you're immunosuppressed, you gotta watch out for getting sick easily.
• Being immunosuppressed is like having your body's defenses on low power mode.

noun the branch of science that deals with the study of viruses and viral diseases

• The study of viruses and viral diseases falls under the field of virology.
• Virology is all about studying viruses and how they infect living organisms.
• I'm diving deep into virology to understand how these little buggers work.
• Exploring the complexities of virology is like unraveling a puzzle with countless pieces.

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adjective relating to serology, the scientific study of blood serum and other bodily fluids

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• The serological test results indicated the presence of antibodies in the patient's blood.
• The doctor said they need to do a serological test to check for any infections.
• I heard they're running some serological tests to see if he's been exposed to anything.
• The serological study of historical artifacts can reveal a lot about ancient civilizations.

noun a type of immunosuppressant drug used to prevent rejection in organ transplant recipients

• The doctor prescribed a tacro medication to help with the patient's autoimmune disease.
• I heard that tacro is really effective for treating skin conditions.
• Have you tried that new tacro stuff for your allergies?
• His leadership style can be described as tacro - direct and to the point.

noun a type of cell that engulfs and digests cellular debris, foreign substances, microbes, cancer cells, and anything else that does not have the types of proteins specific to healthy body cells

• The microphage is a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight off infections.
• I heard that microphages are like tiny superheroes in our blood, fighting off bad germs.
• Those microphages are like the body's little clean-up crew, getting rid of all the bad stuff.
• Just like microphages attacking harmful bacteria, we must be vigilant in fighting off negativity in our lives.

noun a form of indirect protection from infectious disease that occurs when a large percentage of a population has become immune to an infection, whether through previous infections or vaccination, thereby providing a measure of protection for individuals who

• The country is aiming to achieve herd immunity through widespread vaccination.
• Once enough people are vaccinated, we can reach herd immunity and get back to normal.
• Hey, have you heard about that herd immunity thing? It's when enough people are immune to a disease.
• In the battle against the virus, herd immunity is like having a shield of protection around the community.

noun CMV - cytomegalovirus, a type of herpes virus that can cause a variety of health problems in humans

• The company implemented a new CMV policy to streamline operations.
• I heard they're changing up the CMV rules at work.
• Have you seen the new CMV guidelines? They're so strict!
• His stubbornness was like a CMV that blocked any progress in the project.

noun a plural form of the noun 'aby', which is an archaic term for 'abyss' or 'hell'

verb a form of the verb 'abye', which means to suffer the consequences of one's actions or to atone for one's sins

• The research team conducted experiments to study the effects of abyest on plant growth.
• I heard abyes is really good for your skin, you should try it out.
• I'm going to the store to pick up some abyes for my hair, it's supposed to work wonders.
• His abyes towards his work is truly inspiring, he puts in so much effort and dedication.

noun a disease of the human immune system caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)

• Acquired immune deficiency syndrome is a serious condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
• AIDS is a disease that weakens your immune system.
• Some people call acquired immune deficiency syndrome 'the monster'.
• Living with acquired immune deficiency syndrome can feel like battling an invisible enemy.

noun a type of cell found in adipose tissue that contains both white and brown fat characteristics

• Adipoleucocytes are a type of white blood cell that play a role in immune response.
• I heard that adipoleucocytes are important for fighting off infections.
• Those adipoleucocytes are like the body's little soldiers, always ready to defend against germs.
• Think of adipoleucocytes as the body's security guards, always on high alert to protect against invaders.