noun
- a tissue or organ transplanted from one individual to another of the same species but with different genes
Usage: medical
Examples
- The patient received an allograft from a compatible donor.
- Kidney allografts have high success rates when properly matched.
- The surgeon explained that an allograft would be necessary for the transplant.
- Anti-rejection drugs help prevent the body from attacking the allograft.
- Bone allografts are commonly used in orthopedic surgery.
- The medical team monitored the allograft for signs of rejection.