human leukocyte antigen
Americannoun
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The team did find what they suspect are anti-infection adaptations, many in a region of the genome called the human leukocyte antigen complex, which regulates immune response.
From Science Magazine • Jan. 10, 2024
The relevant set of genes is known as the human leukocyte antigen, or HLA.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2023
A match is made on the basis of human leukocyte antigen type, or tissue type, rather than on the basis of blood type.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2019
Other vials go for A-B-O blood type and more exacting tests to determine specific proteins, known as human leukocyte antigen, or HLA, typing that helps determine compatability between organ donor and recipient.
From Washington Times • May 26, 2018
HLA, the human leukocyte antigen, is one of the main factors in the immune system.
From The Guardian • Jul. 10, 2010
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