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Definition of autosensitization in English:

autosensitization

Pronunciation /ˌɔːtə(ʊ)sɛnsɪtʌɪˈzeɪʃn/

noun

(also autosensitisation)
Medicine

  • 1Sensitization to a foreign antigen already present within the body (now rare or disused).

  • 2The development or production of autoimmunity or autoallergy.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Journal of Medical Research.