Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pyrogenicity
Noun
/ˌpaɪrəˌdʒɛnˈɪsɪti/
Definition
The quality of being capable of producing fever.
Examples
- The pyrogenicity of certain bacteria can lead to severe illness.
- Researchers are studying the pyrogenicity of new vaccines to ensure they are safe.
Meaning
Pyrogenicity refers to the ability of a substance to induce fever or an increase in body temperature in a living organism.
Synonyms
- Fever-inducing property
- Thermogenicity
