Definition

To change from being seronegative to seropositive, indicating that a person has developed antibodies against a specific pathogen, usually after infection.

Example

After several weeks, the patient began to seroconvert, showing signs of antibodies in their blood.

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Conversation

Did you hear about how some people can seroconvert after exposure to that virus?

Yeah, it's pretty concerning how quickly it can happen.

I read that it means they become seropositive, which is really serious.

Absolutely, it's a reminder to stay safe and get tested regularly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seroconvert → It is formed from "sero-" (from Latin "serum", meaning serum or fluid) and "convert" (from Latin "convertere", meaning to turn around or change). The word describes the process of changing from a seronegative to a seropositive state, indicating the presence of antibodies in the serum.

Memory Tip

Think of 'serum' ('sero-') as the fluid in your body that changes when you 'turn' ('convert') positive for antibodies.

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