Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
immuno
Prefix
/ɪˈmjuːnoʊ/
Definition
A prefix used in scientific terms relating to the immune system or immunity.
Examples
- Immunotherapy is a treatment that uses the body’s immune system to fight diseases.
- Immunodeficiency refers to the state where the immune system’s ability to fight infectious disease is compromised or entirely absent.
- Immunotoxicity refers to the adverse effects on the immune system caused by exposure to substances.
Meaning
The term ‘immuno’ relates to anything that pertains to the body’s defense mechanisms against infections and diseases.
Synonyms
- Immune
- Defensive
- Protection
