plasma cell

noun

: a lymphocyte that is a mature antibody-secreting B cell

Examples of plasma cell in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web According to the Cleveland Clinic, multiple myeloma happens when healthy plasma cells become abnormal and produce abnormal antibodies, leading to medical issues and conditions that can affect bones, kidneys and the body’s ability to make blood cells and platelets. Jason Green, The Mercury News, 9 July 2024 Typically, plasma cells help fight infections by producing antibodies. Gillian Brassil, Sacramento Bee, 8 July 2024 The cancer attacks plasma cells, limiting their ability to produce the antibodies that the human body needs to fight off infections. Laura J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2024 The team is now using the THX mice to better understand the human immune response to SARS-CoV-2, as well as looking into epigenetic factors involved in human plasma cell activity and their antibody response, which has the potential to unlock new viral and cancer therapies. New Atlas, 8 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for plasma cell 

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Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of plasma cell was in 1895

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“Plasma cell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plasma%20cell. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

Medical Definition

plasma cell

noun
: a lymphocyte that is a mature antibody-secreting B cell

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