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Immunocompromised

A patient who has a lowered immune system, which makes the individual vulnerable to…

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Immunofluorescence

A technique for the identification of an antigen by exposing it to antibodies. A…

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Immunoglobulin (IG)

An antibody produced in response to a specific antigen and can react with only…

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Immunoglobulin A (IgA)

An Ig (immunoglobin) found in the body fluids such as tears, saliva, and in…

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Immunoglobulin E (IgE)

Antibody that is made after contact with an allergen and, once made, attaches to…

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Immunoglobulin G (IgG)

Attaches to foreign bodies as well as bacteria to incapacitate and assist in their…

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Immunoglobulin M (IgM)

Produced early in response to a pathogen. Primary seen in the blood. Efficient against…

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Immunosuppression

The immune systems inhibited ability to respond to antigenic stimuli; caused by disease or…

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Immunosuppressive

Any chemical, pharmacological, physical, or immunologic agent that inhibits the immune response.

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Impedance

Opposition to blood flow in the circulatory system.

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Implanted CL port

A central line access port is implanted subcutaneously. It provides the patient requiring chronic…

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