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1. (n.) transfer factor
a lymphocyte product that, when extracted from T cells of an individual with immunity to a particular antigen, can confer that immunity when administered to another individual of the same species.
Etymology: (1955–60)
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| Definition of 'transfer factor' |
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1. transfer factor
Factor derived from leukocyte lysates of immune donors which can transfer both local and systemic cellular immunity to nonimmune recipients.
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