immunogen

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Noun immunogen has 1 sense

immunogen, immunizing agent - any substance or organism that provokes an immune response (produces immunity) when introduced into the body
--₁ is a kind of antigen
--₁ has particulars: vaccine, vaccinum; toxin antitoxin

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Immunogen

Definition:

An immunogen refers to any substance that triggers or stimulates an immune response in an organism.

Examples:

Noun:

The flu vaccine contains a weakened form of the virus as an immunogen.
Certain proteins can act as an immunogen when introduced into the body.

Adjective:

The new drug has proven to have immunogenic properties, helping the body fight against infections.
Scientists are studying the immunogenicity of different antigens.

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