"Heterophilic" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Heterophilic" Meaning

Heterophilic refers to a type of response or reaction that occurs when an antibody binds to a foreign substance, such as a virus or bacterium, that is different from the type of antibody that was produced against it. In other words, heterophilic antibodies are those that react with antigens from other species or types, rather than with the same species or type of antigen against which they were produced.

"Heterophilic" Examples

Heterophilic

Meaning:

Heterophilic refers to the binding of an antibody to a foreign particle or an antigen that is similar to, but not identical with, the individual's own antigens.

Examples:

The researcher studied the heterophilic antibodies that formed in response to the new vaccine.
The heterophilic reaction between the immune system and the allergen was severe, causing anaphylaxis.
The doctors were concerned about the development of heterophilic antibodies that could cause an adverse reaction to the medication.
The bacterial cell wall triggered a heterophilic response, leading to an inflammation in the patient's lung.
The lab technician checked for heterophilic antibodies in the patient's serum before administering the treatment.

References:

[1] Medical Dictionary by Stedman's
[2] Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine
[3] Journal of Clinical Immunology, Volume 33, Issue 4, 2013