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agglutinin

Pronunciation: [əˈɡluːtɪnɪn]

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Learn how to use agglutinin in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “biology”

(noun) a type of protein that helps cells stick together. Imagine it like glue that helps different parts of the body connect.

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Agglutinin in the blood helps prevent infections by clumping bacteria together.

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Without enough agglutinin, the cells cannot stick together and may not work properly.

Example

What role does agglutinin play in our immune system?

Context: “immunology”

(noun) a protein that can cause red blood cells to clump together during blood tests. This is important for understanding blood types.

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When testing blood types, the agglutinin will cause the cells to clump if they match.

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If agglutinin is not present, the blood cells will not show any reaction in the test.

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How does agglutinin help in determining blood types?

How to pronounce agglutinin

Pronunciation: [əˈɡluːtɪnɪn]

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