im·mu·no·com·pe·tent ( m y -n -k m p-tnt, -my -)adj. Having the normal bodily capacity to develop an immune response following exposure to an antigen. im mu·no·compe·tence n. |
immunocompetence [ˌɪmjʊnəʊˈkɒmpɪtəns]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Biology) the capacity of the immune system to carry out its function of distinguishing alien from endogenous material; ability of the body to resist disease
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| Noun | 1. | immunocompetence - the ability to develop an immune response following exposure to an antigen ability - the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment immunodeficiency - immunological disorder in which some part of the body's immune system is inadequate and resistance to infectious diseases is reduced |
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