Allergoid
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Allergoid is a noun meaning A protein that has been modified for use in desensitization protocols, or for induction of oral/sublingual tolerance.
Meaning
A protein that has been modified for use in desensitization protocols, or for induction of oral/sublingual tolerance.
Example Sentences
It is known that allergoids obtained by treatment with aldehydes are randomly cross-linked proteins of high molecular weight and their standardization is very difficult.
Word Forms
- allergoids
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include antiallergen, antiallergenic, antiallergic, allergosorbent, allergen, superallergen.
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