plasma cell

American  

noun

1. Anatomy. an antibody-secreting cell, derived from B cells, that plays a major role in antibody-mediated immunity.

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plasma cell Scientific  

1. A lymphocyte that originates from a B cell and produces antibodies as part of a humoral immune response.

2. See Note at antibody

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Etymology

Origin of plasma cell

First recorded in 1885–90

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• plasma cell vs. lymphocyte

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Example Sentences

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plasma cell

However, the chapter is filled with illustrative examples that are applicable to concepts we’ve explored previously, including chemistry, structure of the plasma cell membrane, and movement of molecules across membranes.

From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022

According to the fluid mosaic model of the plasma cell membrane, what is the primary function of carbohydrates attached to the exterior of cell membranes?

From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022

In this cancer, a type of white cell called a plasma cell creates abnormal fibers that can break down and form the characteristic saw-toothed fibers of amyloidosis.

From New York Times ● Jul. 28, 2021

Facebook Twitter Pinterest A microscopic view of a plasma cell inside a blood vessel.

From The Guardian ● Aug. 4, 2015

There was an acute parenchymatous nephritis with focal plasma cell infiltrations suggesting acute interstitial nephritis.

From The Journal of Abnormal Psychology, Volume 10 by Various

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