Allogeneic

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000424",
  "term": "Allogeneic",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Describing cells, tissues, or organs that are derived from genetically dissimilar individuals of the same species. These materials are often used in transplantation, where they can elicit an immune response in the recipient due to differences in major histocompatibility complex (MHC) molecules. Allogeneic transplants require careful matching and immunosuppressive therapy to prevent rejection.",
  "synonyms": [
    "allogenic"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "cell-mediated immune response",
    "immunotoxicology"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1121 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/allogeneic/"
}