(an + Gr. ergon work) 1. characterized by abnormal inactivity; inactive. 2. marked by asthenia or lack of energy. 3. pertaining to anergy.
1. <physiology> Characterised by abnormal inactivity, inactive. ... 2. Marked by asthenia or lack of energy. ... 3. Pertaining to anergy. ... Origin: Gr. Ergon = work ... (18 Nov 1997) ... 
Type: Term Pronunciation: an-er′jik Definitions: 1. Relating to, or marked by, anergy.
Refers to the state of being so immunologically suppressed that one is unable to produce cutaneous delayed type hypersensitivity reaction (DTH). Such patients will usually not test positive for TB on a PPD (mantoux) test.