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Definition of Histocompatibility

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Histocompatibility: Literally, tissue compatibility. With full histocompatibility between a donor and recipient, tissue can be transplanted without being seen as foreign and being attacked by the immune system of the recipient.