Medical Term:
hyperimmunization
Pronunciation: hī′pĕr-im-yū′nī-zā′shŭn
Definition:
- The induction of a heightened state of immunity by the administration of repeated doses of antigen, often used in allergy desensitization.
- Passively acquired immunity by the injection of hyperimmune gamma globulin.
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Examples: glitazone, GI cocktail, etc.
