1. of or relating to the idiotype; characteristic of a particular individual's immune response or antibody structure
Usage: immunology; technical

Examples

• The idiotypic markers on the antibodies helped researchers identify the specific immune response.
• Idiotypic variation between individuals explains differences in how their immune systems recognize pathogens.
• The study examined idiotypic determinants to understand the diversity of B-cell receptors.
• Idiotypic networks play a role in regulating immune tolerance and autoimmunity.