Glossary
The NMR glossary provides brief definitions and explanations of terms and jargon used on our site.
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Abortion
Termination of pregnancy and expulsion of an embryo or of a fetus that is incapable of survival.
Accredited
A high state of freedom from a particular disease regularly monitored by testing for that disease.
Acute
Afflicted by a disease exhibiting a rapid onset followed by a short, severe course
Antibody
Immune substances produced in response to an infection or vaccination or acquired as in colostrum or antisera
Antigens
A substance, often part of Microorganisms that causes disease, which can give rise to an immune response (production of antibodies)
Antisera
Serum containing antibodies to a particular disease or diseases which when administered to an animal provides it with temporary immunity