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Atopic vs Ectopic - What's the difference?

atopic | ectopic |

As adjectives the difference between atopic and ectopic

is that atopic is of a hereditary predisposition towards developing hay fever and other allergic reactions while ectopic is relating to ectopia.

atopic

English

Adjective

(head)
  • Of a hereditary predisposition towards developing hay fever and other allergic reactions.

    • Related terms

    * atopy

    ectopic

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Relating to ectopia.
  • (comparable, medicine) Being out of place, having an abnormal position.

    • Derived terms

    * ectopically * ectopic pregnancy

    Antonyms

    * entopic