serotüüpe
Serotüüp is a term used in microbiology to classify bacteria based on the antigens present on their surface. These antigens are typically carbohydrates or proteins that elicit an immune response. Specifically, serotyping identifies different strains within a species based on variations in these surface antigens. For example, *Salmonella* species are classified into numerous serovars, such as *Salmonella* Typhi, based on the combination of their O (somatic) and H (flagellar) antigens.
The process of serotyping involves using specific antibodies that bind to these particular antigens. When a