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human leukocyte antigen |
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human leukocyte antigen [¦yü·mən ¦lü·kə‚sīt ′ant·i·jən]
(immunology) Any of a group of antigens present on the surface of nucleated body cells that are coded for by the major histocompatibility complex of humans and thus allow the immune system to distinguish self and nonself. Abbreviated HLA. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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