A substance that enhances the immune response to the antigen with which is it mixed.

A compound that inhibits the growth and reproduction of bacteria. Antibiotics are not effective against viruses.

A specialized protein produced by the immune system that helps destroy disease-causing organisms. An antibody is a component of humoral immunity. Antibodies can be effective defenders against both bac [..]

A protein or other substance capable of triggering an immune response.

A compound that inhibits the growth and reproduction of viruses.

Short strands of DNA or RNA that are designed to bind to certain target molecules.

An invertebrate animal that has an external skeleton, a segmented body, and jointed appendages. This classification includes insects, spiders, and crustaceans. Some types, such as mosquitoes and ticks [..]

To reduce the virulence of.

One quintillionth (10-18) of a mole of a substance.

A class of microorganisms that are made of a single cell with a certain structure. While many bacteria are beneficial, some bacteria can cause disease. (plural, bacteria)