C1nounformalhealthscience
US/ˈæn.tiˌbɑː.di/
UK/ˈæn.tiˌbɒd.i/
a protein in the blood that fights germs and other harmful things
In context
The body produces antibodies a few weeks after a vaccine.
A blood test can show whether you have antibodies to the virus.
Babies receive antibodies from their mothers through breast milk.
Words that go with antibody
verb + noun
- produce antibodiesThe immune system produces antibodies within days.
- develop antibodiesMost people develop antibodies after infection.
- detect antibodiesThe test detects antibodies in a drop of blood.
noun + noun
- antibody testThe antibody test came back positive.
- antibody responseThe vaccine triggers a strong antibody response.
noun + preposition
- antibodies againstThe body makes antibodies against the flu virus.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
take antibodyCorrect: take antibiotics