cytotoxic


Definition: Meaning of, cytotoxic in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / sʌɪtə(ʊ)ˈtɒksɪk /

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  1. of or relating to substances that are toxic to cells
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cytotoxic used in phrases

  • cytotoxic T cell (noun)
    1. t cell with CD8 receptor that recognizes antigens on the surface of a virus-infected cell and binds to the infected cell and kill it
  • cytotoxic drug (noun)
    1. any drug that has a toxic effect on cells; commonly used in chemotherapy to inhibit the proliferation of cancerous cells
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