seroconversion
/ˌsɪroʊkənˈvɜrʒən/
noun
- The process in which a person's blood develops detectable antibodies against a specific virus or other pathogen, usually after infection or vaccination.
- The blood test showed seroconversion, meaning the body had started fighting the infection.
- After receiving the vaccine, doctors monitored the patient for seroconversion to confirm immunity.
- Seroconversion typically occurs a few weeks after exposure to the virus.