tissue typing

noun

1. identification of specific genetically linked antigens in tissue in order to minimize antigenic differences between donor and recipient tissue in organ transplantation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tissue typing¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

It was tough trying to stay positive but we were rallied by the results of the tissue typing, which revealed our kidneys were a perfect match.

From BBC

That included blood work, tissue typing, urinalyses, CT scans, glucose testing and X-rays.

From Washington Times

Today, donors and recipients can be precisely matched through tissue typing, organs can be transported long distances, and organ rejection and debilitating side effects can be controlled with improved immunosuppressant drugs.

From New York Times

One of his patients, for example, had four embryos implanted in her uterus because the testing for their genetic tissue typing failed.

From Seattle Times

Donors, who must be between 18 and 60 years old and meet certain health guidelines, provide a swab of cheek cells or blood for tissue typing.

From Washington Post