How Do You Spell ANTIISOLYSIN?

Pronunciation: [ˌantɪˈa͡ɪsəlˌɪsɪn] (IPA)

The word "antiisolysin" is spelled with a prefix "anti-" which means "against", followed by "isolysin" which is a term used in immunology to refer to antibodies that react with lysed cells. The pronunciation of "antiisolysin" is [ˌæntiˈaɪsoʊˌlaɪsɪn]. The stress falls on the third syllable "-so-" and the word ends with the suffix "-in" which is commonly used in the names of biological substances. This word is an example of the technical jargon used in the field of immunology.

ANTIISOLYSIN Meaning and Definition

1. Antiisolysin is a term used in immunology to describe a type of antibody that is produced in response to the presence of an isoantigen. An isoantigen, on the other hand, is an antigen that is found on the cells of individuals of the same species but different genetic makeup. Antiisolysins are typically detected in the blood serum of individuals who have been exposed to cells from another individual of the same species, but these cells contain isoantigens that are foreign to the recipient.

   The production of antiisolysins is a result of the immune system's ability to recognize and respond to foreign substances. When cells containing isoantigens from a foreign individual enter the body, the immune system recognizes these antigens as non-self and triggers an immune response. As a part of this response, B cells produce antibodies, including antiisolysins, which are specific to the isoantigens. These antibodies help neutralize and eliminate the foreign cells by binding to the isoantigens present on their surface.

   The detection and measurement of antiisolysins in the blood serum is important in certain medical procedures, such as organ transplantation. Prior to a transplant, cross-matching is performed to assess the compatibility between the donor and recipient. If the recipient has preexisting antiisolysins against the donor's cells, it may indicate a risk of rejection and potential complications. Therefore, understanding and monitoring antiisolysin levels can play a crucial role in guiding the transplantation process and determining the suitability of a donor for a specific recipient.

2. A substance which will inhibit the action of an isolysin.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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