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antigenic

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an·ti·gen  (nt-jn) also an·ti·gene (-jn)
n.
A substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs.

anti·genic (-jnk) adj.
anti·geni·cal·ly adv.
anti·ge·nici·ty (-j-ns-t) n.
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Adj.1.antigenic - of or relating to antigens

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Key statement: The allergenicity of natural rubber latex is reduced prior to its vulcanization by admixing with aluminum hydroxide, lignin or fumed silica to denature the antigenic proteins.
Mannans are components of the yeast cell wall and have antigenic properties.
 
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