Transplantation and Tumor Immunology

These flashcards cover key concepts related to transplantation and tumor immunology, including definitions and important terms.

Transplantation

The transfer of tissue or organ from one individual to another.

Transfusion

The transfer of blood from one individual to another.

Antibodies

Proteins that are responsible for transfusion reactions.

Rejection

The immune response against transplanted tissues, predominantly mediated by T cells.

Autologous Graft (Autograft)

A graft taken from one part of a person's body and placed in another part of the same person's body.