Term info
database cross reference
- SNOMEDCT:69431002
- SNOMEDCT:372823004
- MeSH:D007166
- NCIt:C574
Subsets
3_STAR
definition
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.
has obo namespace
chebi_ontology
has related synonym
immunosuppressive agents, immunosuppressant, inmunosupresor
id
CHEBI:35705