Experimental Factor Ontology (EFO)
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Last submission date June 16, 2025
ID http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CHEBI_35705
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CHEBI_35705
https://agroportal.lirmm.fr/ontologies/EFO/CHEBI_35705
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Preferred name

immunosuppressive agent

Synonyms
immunosuppressant immunosuppressive agents inmunosupresor
Definitions
An agent that suppresses immune function by one of several mechanisms of action. Classical cytotoxic immunosuppressants act by inhibiting DNA synthesis. Others may act through activation of T-cells or by inhibiting the activation of helper cells. In addition, an immunosuppressive agent is a role played by a compound which is exhibited by a capability to diminish the extent and/or voracity of an immune response.
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