Definition

Referring to cells or tissues that come from a different individual of the same species and are genetically different enough to provoke an immune response.

Example

The doctor recommended an allogeneic transplant for the patient.

Conversation

I was reading about allogeneic transplants and found it fascinating.

Oh really? What's the main difference compared to regular transplants?

Basically, it's when the tissue comes from a donor that's genetically different, even if they're the same species.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know there were so many types of transplants.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Allogeneic → It is formed from "allo-" (from Greek "allos", meaning other) and "geneic" (from Greek "genes", meaning born of or produced by). The word "allogeneic" refers to something that is produced or derived from a different individual of the same species.

Memory Tip

Think of 'other' ('allo-') and 'produced by' ('geneic') to remember that allogeneic refers to something that comes from a different individual.

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