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foreign /for·eign/ (for´en) in immunology, pertaining to substances not recognized as “self” and capable of inducing an immune response.
foreign [for´en] 1. not normal or usual to a place. 2. in immunology, pertaining to substances not recognized as “self” and capable of inducing an immune response. foreign body reaction a granulomatous inflammatory response evoked by the presence of a foreign body in the tissues; a characteristic feature of this is the formation of foreign body giant cells (see giant cell). Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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