Immunocompetence
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Immunocompetence is a noun meaning (immunology) The body's capacity to develop an immune response following exposure to an antigen; full capability of a healthy immune system.
Meaning
(immunology) The body's capacity to develop an immune response following exposure to an antigen; full capability of a healthy immune system.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: immunocapability
Word Forms
- immunocompetences
Synonyms for immunocompetence
Depending on context, synonyms include immunocompetency, immunocapability.
Antonyms for immunocompetence
Common opposites include immunocompromise, immunodeficiency, immunosuppression.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include immunocapability, immunocompetency, immunoincompetence, immunogenicity, immunoresponsiveness, immunocompromization.
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