gamma globulin


gamma globulin

noun

Definition of GAMMA GLOBULIN

1
: a protein fraction of blood rich in antibodies
2
: a sterile solution of gamma globulin from pooled human blood administered especially for passive immunity against measles, German measles, infectious hepatitis, or poliomyelitis

First Known Use of GAMMA GLOBULIN

1937

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