Serology

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010772",
  "term": "Serology",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The scientific study of blood serum, particularly focusing on the immune system's response to pathogens and other foreign substances. This field involves the detection and measurement of antibodies and antigens in serum. Serological tests are widely used for diagnosing infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions, and assessing vaccine efficacy.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1244 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/serology/"
}