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