antiserum
antiserum
Definition
anti·serum (an′ti sir′əm, -tī-)
noun pl. -·rums or -·ra
a serum containing antibodies specific for one or more antigens
antiserum
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- use: They can be detected by standard immunohistochemical staining using an antiserum raised against theophylline.
- raise: They can be detected by standard immunohistochemical staining using an antiserum raised against theophylline.
- receive: Ideally he should have been previously vaccinated fully against tetanus but if not he can receive antiserum at the time of castration.
Adjective modifier
- polyclonal: The results of DAS-ELISA tests using polyclonal antiserum against BCMV were consistent with the observations of symptoms.
Modifies a noun
- production: The overall plan provides immunization and antiserum production in support of ongoing requirements for reagent antibody production, research and development.
Noun used with modifier
- tetanus: Tetanus antiserum contains antibodies that can give you additional protection against tetanus bacteria, but it is not a vaccine.
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