PARAGGLUTINATION Meaning and
Definition
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Paragglutination is a term used in the field of immunology and microbiology to describe a phenomenon characterized by the partial or incomplete agglutination of cells or particles in a solution. Agglutination is the process by which particles, such as bacteria or red blood cells, clump together when they are exposed to antibodies or specific serum factors.
In paragglutination, instead of complete clumping or agglutination, only partial aggregation occurs. This means that although the particles start binding together, they do not form large visible clumps. Paragglutination can occur due to various reasons, including insufficient concentration of antibodies, improper ratio of antigens to antibodies, or incomplete presence of factors required for agglutination.
Paragglutination is commonly seen in immunological tests, such as serological assays or blood typing procedures. It can cause difficulties in interpreting the results, as it may lead to false-negative or false-positive reactions. False-negative results occur when the agglutination is incomplete and goes undetected, resulting in an incorrect interpretation of the absence of a particular antigen or antibody. False-positive results occur when partial agglutination is mistaken for a positive reaction, leading to an incorrect interpretation of the presence of a specific antigen or antibody.
In summary, paragglutination is the incomplete clumping or aggregation of particles, usually observed in immunological tests, where the proper formation of large visible clumps does not occur due to various factors.
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Agglutination of typhoid bacilli under the influence of paratyphoid serum, and analogous phenomena in other infections.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for PARAGGLUTINATION
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Etymology of PARAGGLUTINATION
The word "paragglutination" is derived from the combination of two terms: "para-" and "agglutination".
1. "Para-" is a prefix derived from the Greek word "para" (παρά) meaning "beside" or "near". It is often used to indicate something that is similar or analogous to the main term.
2. "Agglutination" comes from the Latin word "agglutinatio", which itself is derived from the verb "agglutinare" meaning "to glue together". In linguistics, "agglutination" refers to the process of adding affixes to a root to create new words and indicate grammatical relationships.
Therefore, "paragglutination" suggests a similar phenomenon to agglutination, but perhaps with slight differences or variations.
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