immunological memory
[/ˌɪmjənəˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈmeməri/]
nounpl: immunological memories
memória imunológica
1. The ability of the immune system to recognize and respond more effectively to pathogens that have been previously encountered
Immunological memory is why vaccines are effective in preventing disease recurrence.
A memória imunológica é o motivo pelo qual as vacinas são eficazes na prevenção da recorrência de doenças.
2. The persistence of antibodies and sensitized lymphocytes that provide long-lasting immunity after initial exposure to an antigen
The immunological memory from childhood vaccinations can last decades.
A memória imunológica das vacinações da infância pode durar décadas.
3. The mechanism by which the immune system maintains information about previously encountered antigens through memory cells
Immunological memory involves both humoral and cellular immune responses.
A memória imunológica envolve respostas imunológicas humorais e celulares.
This is a technical scientific term used universally in medical and immunological contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It gained significant cultural prominence during COVID-19 vaccine discussions, where the concept was frequently explained to the general public. In Brazil, understanding immunological memory became important in public health communications about vaccine efficacy and booster shots.
Related Idioms & Phrases
long-term immunological memory
secondary immune response
immunological memory response
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