syngeneic

adjective

syn·​ge·​ne·​ic ˌsin-jə-ˈnē-ik 

: involving, derived from, or being genetically identical or similar individuals of the same species especially with respect to antigenic interaction

syngeneic tumor cells

grafts between syngeneic mice

compare allogeneic

Word History

Etymology

probably from syn- + -geneic (in allogeneic)

Note: See note at allogeneic.

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

syngeneic

adjective

syn·​ge·​ne·​ic ˌsin-jə-ˈnē-ik 

: genetically identical especially with respect to antigens or immunological reactions

syngeneic tumor cells

grafts between syngeneic mice

compare allogeneic, xenogeneic