Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unstimulated-cells
Noun
/ˌʌnˈstɪmjʊ.leɪ.tɪd ˈsɛlz/
Definition
Cells that have not been activated or influenced by external stimuli.
Examples
- The researcher observed unstimulated cells under a microscope to assess their baseline characteristics.
- Unstimulated cells are often used as a control in experiments to measure the effects of various stimuli.
- In the study of immune responses, unstimulated cells provide insight into the normal states of immune function.
Meaning
In biological contexts, unstimulated cells refer to those that remain in a resting state, without any external signals or triggers that would cause them to divide, differentiate, or respond in some way.
Synonyms
- Inactive cells
- Quiescent cells
- Resting cells
