Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cell-lysis
noun
/ˈsɛl ˈlaɪsɪs/
Definition
The process of breaking down or disintegrating cells.
Examples
- The immune response can lead to cell-lysis of infected cells.
- Laboratories often study cell-lysis to understand cancer cell behavior.
- Cell-lysis can be achieved using detergents in biochemical experiments.
Meaning
Cell-lysis refers to the destruction or breakdown of a cell’s membrane, resulting in the release of its contents. This process can occur naturally as part of normal cellular processes or can be induced artificially for various scientific purposes.
Synonyms
- Cell breakdown
- Cell destruction
- Cell rupture
