Cross-react


[kraws-ree-akt, kros-] /ˈkrɔs riˈækt, ˈkrɒs-/

verb (used without object), Immunology. (of an antigen, antibody, or lymphocyte)
1.
to participate in a cross-reaction.

Read Also:

  • Cross-reacting agglutinin

    cross-reacting agglutinin n. See group agglutinin.

  • Cross-reacting antibody

    cross-reacting antibody n. An antibody that reacts with an antigen other than the one that induced its production.

  • Cross-reaction

    [kraws-ree-ak-shuh n-kros-] /ˈkrɔs riˈæk ʃənˈkrɒs-/ noun 1. an immunologic reaction between a given antigen and an antibody or lymphokine that is specific for a different antigen resembling the first one.

  • Cross-refer

    [kraws-ri-fur, kros-] /ˌkrɔs rɪˈfɜr, ˌkrɒs-/ verb (used with or without object), cross-referred, cross-referring. 1. to refer by a cross reference. verb 1. to refer from one part of something, esp a book, to another

  • Cross-reference

    [kraws-ref-er-uh ns, -ref-ruh ns, kros-] /ˈkrɔsˈrɛf ər əns, -ˈrɛf rəns, ˈkrɒs-/ verb (used with or without object), cross-referenced, cross-referencing. 1. to provide with cross references: The new encyclopedia is completely cross-referenced. 2. . noun 1. a reference from one part of a book, index, or the like, to related material, as a word or illustration, […]


Disclaimer: Cross-react definition / meaning should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. All content on this website is for informational purposes only.