What does cytolytic mean?
Definitions for cytolytic
ˌsaɪt lˈɪt ɪkcy·to·lyt·ic
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Princeton's WordNet
cytolyticadjective
of or relating to cytolysis, the dissolution or destruction of a cell
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cytolyticadjective
Of or pertaining to cytolysis
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cytolytic
Cytolysis, or osmotic lysis, occurs when a cell bursts due to an osmotic imbalance that has caused excess water to diffuse into the cell. Water can enter the cell by diffusion through the cell membrane or through selective membrane channels called aquaporins, which greatly facilitate the flow of water. It occurs in a hypotonic environment, where water moves into the cell by osmosis and causes its volume to increase to the point where the volume exceeds the membrane's capacity and the cell bursts. The presence of a cell wall prevents the membrane from bursting, so cytolysis only occurs in animal and protozoa cells which do not have cell walls. The reverse process is plasmolysis.
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cytolytic
Cytolytic refers to the process or mechanism that results in the destruction or dissolution of cells, typically through the rupture of the cell membrane. This can be caused by various factors such as toxins, immune cells, certain viruses, or medical treatments like chemotherapy.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of cytolytic in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of cytolytic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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