(= human leucocyte antigen) Refers to the histocompatibility antigens found in humans.
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see human leukocyte antigens.
HLA: The major human histocompatibility system. HLA-typing is done before transplantation to determine the degree of histocompatibility. HLA is an acronym for Human Leukocyte Antigens.
Synonym for human leukocyte antigen ... <immunology> A genetic fingerprint on white blood cells and platelets, composed of proteins that play a critical role in activating the bodys immune system to respond to foreign organisms. ... Acronym: HLA ... (16 Dec 1997) ... 
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Type: Abbreviation Definitions: 1. Abbreviation for human leukocyte antigens, under antigen.
One of a group of proteins found on the surface of white blood cells and other cells that play an important part in the body's immune response to foreign substances. These antigens vary from person to person, and HLA tests are done before organ transplantation to find out if tissues match between a donor and a recipient. Also called human leukocyte...
Human leukocyte antigen
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(human leukocyte antigen) two major classes of molecules on cell surfaces.