fibroblast

[ fahy-bruh-blast ]

noun

, Cell Biology.

1. a cell that contributes to the formation of connective tissue fibers.

fibroblast

/ ˈfaɪbrəʊˌblæst /

noun

1. a cell in connective tissue that synthesizes collagen

Derived Forms

• ˌfibroˈblastic, adjective

Other Words From

• fibro·blastic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of fibroblast¹

First recorded in 1875–80; fibro- + -blast

Example Sentences

First, the researchers covered the finger in a blend of collagen and fibroblasts.

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This coating was then allowed to develop, during which time the fibroblasts spread throughout the collagen and caused the gel to shrink.

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If they mimic signature proteins on an activated fibroblast ready to do some damage, you get a solution for heart failure.

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Angry CAR-Ts that roam around the body for months targeting fibroblasts are a dangerous overkill.

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This Jekyll-and-Hyde nature of heart fibroblasts are exactly why normal CAR-T therapy likely wouldn’t work.

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