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autologous

/ɔːtəˈloʊɡəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does autologous mean?

adjective

Originating from or relating to an individual's own body or tissues, especially in medical contexts. Derived from the Greek words 'auto' (self) and 'logos' (word or discourse).

Example

"The surgeon performed an autologous blood transfusion to store her own blood for the upcoming surgery."

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