1. capable of reacting with or being detected by antibodies or immune system components; showing an immune response
Usage: technical; medical/scientific

Examples

• The immunoreactive protein was detected using a specific antibody in the laboratory test.
• Researchers measured immunoreactive insulin levels to assess pancreatic function.
• The immunoreactive epitope on the virus surface triggers an immune response in infected patients.
• Scientists identified immunoreactive compounds that could serve as vaccine candidates.
• The immunoreactive fragment of the hormone was quantified using immunoassay techniques.