We found 1 definitions of immunizing agent from 1 different sources.
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immunizing agent - any substance or organism that provokes an immune response (produces immunity) when introduced into the body | ||
immunogen | ||
antigen any substance (as a toxin or enzyme) that stimulates an immune response in the body (especially the production of antibodies) | ||
vaccine, vaccinum immunogen consisting of a suspension of weakened or dead pathogenic cells injected in order to stimulate the production of antibodies |