CEFR C2

photoimmunosuppression

noun

Meaning

A condition where the immune system's ability to respond to pathogens is suppressed due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation, particularly UVB.

Examples

Photoimmunosuppression is a major concern for individuals with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS.
The effects of photoimmunosuppression can be seen in the increased incidence of skin cancers in populations with high UV exposure.

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photoimmunosuppression (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌfoʊtəˌɪmjuːnəsʌpˈrɛʃən/

Definition

A condition where the immune system's ability to respond to pathogens is suppressed due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation, particularly UVB.

Examples

Photoimmunosuppression is a major concern for individuals with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS.
The effects of photoimmunosuppression can be seen in the increased incidence of skin cancers in populations with high UV exposure.

How to Use photoimmunosuppression

photoimmunosuppression occurs (verb phrase): the phenomenon of immunosuppression caused by UV radiation happens — "Photoimmunosuppression occurs in individuals with compromised immune systems."
photoimmunosuppression is induced (verb phrase): the phenomenon of immunosuppression caused by UV radiation is triggered — "Photoimmunosuppression is induced by exposure to UVB radiation."

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