A condition of subnormal sensitivity, in which the response to a stimulus is unusually delayed or lessened in degree. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(hi″po-sen″sĭ-tiv´ĭ-te) abnormally decreased sensitivity. the state of being less sensitive to a specific allergen after repeated and gradually increasing doses of the offending substance. adj., hyposen´sitive., adj. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Type: Term Pronunciation: hī′pō-sen′si-tiv′i-tē Definitions: 1. A condition of subnormal sensitivity, in which the response to a stimulus is unusually delayed or lessened in degree. Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=43023