gamma globulin
gamma globulin · gamma globulins
A class of proteins in the blood, identified by their position after serum protein…A class of proteins in the blood, identified by their position after serum protein electrophoresis. The most significant gamma globulins are antibodies.
Meaning
2 senses(countable, uncountable)A class of proteins in the blood, identified by their position after serum protein electrophoresis. The most significant gamma globulins are antibodies.
(countable, uncountable)A fraction of blood serum containing the most antibodies.
More definitions
- a plasma protein containing the immunoglobulins that are responsible for immune responses
Translations
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plural: gamma globulins| Singular | gamma globulin |
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Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- a plasma protein containing the immunoglobulins that are responsible for immune responses:human gamma globulin
Word family
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