Neutralizing domain
Neutralizing Domain
The Neutralizing Domain (pronunciation: /ˈnjuːtrəˌlaɪzɪŋ ˈdoʊmeɪn/) is a specific region of a virus or bacterium that is targeted by neutralizing antibodies to prevent infection.
Etymology
The term "Neutralizing Domain" is derived from the words "neutralize", which means to render something ineffective or harmless, and "domain", which in this context refers to a specific region or area. In the context of immunology, a neutralizing domain is a region of a virus or bacterium that can be neutralized, or rendered harmless, by the immune system.
Related Terms
- Neutralizing Antibodies: These are a type of antibody that can neutralize a virus or bacterium by binding to its neutralizing domain, thereby preventing it from infecting cells.
- Virus: A type of microorganism that can cause disease in humans and other animals. Viruses have neutralizing domains that can be targeted by the immune system.
- Bacterium: A type of single-celled organism. Like viruses, bacteria also have neutralizing domains that can be targeted by the immune system.
- Immunology: The branch of medicine and biology concerned with immunity. The study of neutralizing domains falls under this field.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neutralizing domain
- Wikipedia's article - Neutralizing domain
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