For Antigens we have terms and definitions in 7 topics. The topics are Biology, Diabetes, Female Health, Human Body, Immunization, Multiple Sclerosis and Surgery.

Antigens (Biology)

The immune-stimulating polysaccharides on the surface of cells.

Antigens (Diabetes)

Substances that cause an immune response in the body. The body "sees" the antigens as harmful or foreign. To fight them, the body produces antibodies, which attack and try to eliminate the antigens.

Antigens (Female Health)

Allergen. Any substance that produces sensitivity in the body as a result of exposure.

Antigens (Human Body)

any foreign substance in the body that causes the creation of an antibody.

Antigens (Immunization)

Foreign substances (e.g. bacteria or viruses) in the body that are capable of causing disease. The presence of antigens in the body triggers an immune response, usually the production of antibodies.

Antigens (Multiple Sclerosis)

Substances that induce the formation of antibodies that interact specifically with them.

Antigens (Surgery)

Genetic markers located on blood cells. All people have antigens
inherited from their parents. Antigens of the transplant patient and
donor will be compared before surgery.

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