lysin
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ly·sin
(lī′sĭn)n.
1. A substance that is capable of causing lysis.
2. An antibody that acts in conjunction with complement to cause lysis of cells.
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lysin
(ˈlaɪsɪn)n
(Biochemistry) any of a group of antibodies or other agents that cause dissolution of cells against which they are directed
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ly•sin
(ˈlaɪ sɪn)n.
an antibody causing the disintegration of erythrocytes or bacterial cells.
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Noun | 1. | lysin - any substance (such as an antibody) or agent that can cause lysis substance - a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties; "shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man" cytolysin - a substance that partly or completely destroys animal cells |
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ly·sin
n. lisina, anticuerpo que disuelve o destruye células y bacterias.
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