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antiserum

/æntaɪˈsɝːrəm/ noun · British & US
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What does antiserum mean?

noun

A serum containing antibodies to a specific disease or toxin, used to treat or prevent infection. A serum that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of a toxin.

Example

"The doctor administered an antiserum to the patient to prevent the spread of the disease."

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