autoimmunity

American  

[aw-toh-i-myoon-i-tee] / ˌɔ toʊ ɪˈmyun ɪ ti /

noun

plural

autoimmunities

1. Pathology. a condition in which an organism experiences an immune response against its own cells, tissues, or organs.

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Example Sentences

Researchers are studying whether Covid-19 infections might accelerate autoimmunity, and whether chronic stress, certain prescription drugs or long-term exposure to “forever chemicals” in water and packaging might contribute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 23, 2025

If the test identifies signs of autoimmunity, patients can be treated promptly.

From Science Magazine • May 15, 2024

“That just highlights the fact that autoimmunity is multifactorial, there's not a single cause or only a single way to get there,” Chang said.

From Salon • Feb. 2, 2024

That suggests that not only Xist activation but also an appropriate genetic background is necessary for autoimmunity to develop.

From Science Daily • Feb. 1, 2024

Autoantibodies to still other Xist-associated proteins spanned several disorders, designating them as possible common markers of autoimmunity.

From Science Daily • Feb. 1, 2024