immunomodulation


immunomodulation

 [im″u-no-mod″u-la´shun] adjustment of the immune response" >immune response to a desired level, as in immunopotentiation, immunosuppression, or induction of tolerance" >immunologic tolerance.

immunomodulation

(im?yu-no-moj?u-la'shon, i-mu?no-) [ immuno- + modulation] 1. The alteration of immune responses with monoclonal antibodies, cytokines, glucocorticoids, immunoglobulins, ultraviolet light, plasmapheresis, or related agents known to alter cellular or humoral immunity. See: immunotherapy; biological response modifier2. In alternative medicine, the use of vitamins, minerals, natural foods, or other nutrients to promote health or prevent degenerative or malignant diseases. See: biotherapy

transfusion-related immunomodulation

Abbreviation: TRIM
Alterations in the immune status of an individual who receives an allogeneic blood transfusion.