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immunocapability

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English

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Etymology

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From immuno- +‎ capability.

Noun

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immunocapability (plural immunocapabilities)

  1. (immunology) The capability to generate an immune response.
    1. Especially, the degree of such capability.
      Among immunocompetent organisms, some have higher immunocapability than others, depending on factors such as alleles, diet, and age.
    2. (loosely) Synonym of immunocompetence.
      Antonyms: immunodeficiency; immunocompromise; immunosuppression
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