opsonin

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Noun opsonin has 1 sense

opsonin - an antibody in blood serum that attaches to invading microorganisms and other antigens to make them more susceptible to the action of phagocytes
--₁ is a kind of antibody
--₁ is a substance of serum, blood serum

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Opsonin

Noun

An opsonin is a substance that enhances the process of phagocytosis, making it easier for cells to engulf and destroy foreign particles or microorganisms.

Example sentence: The presence of opsonins in the blood facilitates the elimination of harmful bacteria by promoting phagocytosis.

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Related terms:

- Opsonization: The process by which an opsonin coats an antigen, enhancing its recognition and uptake by phagocytic cells.

- Phagocytosis: The engulfing and destruction of foreign particles or microorganisms by phagocytic cells.

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