Epitope
noun
A specific part of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself.
The vaccine was designed to target a specific epitope of the virus to trigger an immune response.
Usage tips
Neutral
immune response, antigen recognition, antibody binding
noun
A specific part of an antigen molecule to which an antibody attaches itself.
The vaccine was designed to target a specific epitope of the virus to trigger an immune response.
Usage tips
Neutral
immune response, antigen recognition, antibody binding
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Often used in scientific and medical discussions
In a statement about vaccine development.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Used mostly in formal and technical language
In academic papers and discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
Understanding of 'epitope' is critical for vaccine efficacy
In discussions about immunology.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Often used in scientific and medical discussions
In a statement about vaccine development.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Used mostly in formal and technical language
In academic papers and discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
Understanding of 'epitope' is critical for vaccine efficacy
In discussions about immunology.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Often used in scientific and medical discussions
In a statement about vaccine development.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Used mostly in formal and technical language
In academic papers and discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Nuance
Understanding of 'epitope' is critical for vaccine efficacy
In discussions about immunology.
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