SINCE 1828
atopy
noun
at·o·py
| \ ˈa-tə-pē
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Definition of atopy
: a genetic disposition to develop an allergic reaction (such as allergic rhinitis or asthma) and produce elevated levels of IgE upon exposure to an environmental antigen and especially one inhaled or ingested
Other Words from atopy
atopic
\ (ˌ)ā-ˈtä-pik
, -ˈtō- \
adjective
, -ˈtō- \
adjective
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atopy
noun
at·o·py
| \ ˈat-ə-pē
\
\
plural atopies
Medical Definition of atopy
: a genetic disposition to develop an allergic reaction (as allergic rhinitis, asthma, or atopic dermatitis) and produce elevated levels of IgE upon exposure to an environmental antigen and especially one inhaled or ingested
Other Words from atopy
atopic
\ (ˈ)ā-ˈtäp-ik, -ˈtō-pik
\
adjective
\
adjective
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