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lysin

[lahy-sin]
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noun Immunology, Biochemistry.
  1. an antibody causing the disintegration of erythrocytes or bacterial cells.
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Origin of lysin

First recorded in 1895–1900; lys- + -in2
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Examples from the Web for lysin

Historical Examples

  • The difference is often greater when using weaker solutions than when using stronger dilutions of lysin.

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  • By adding another fractional protein, lysin, the rats were made to thrive.

British Dictionary definitions for lysin

lysin

noun
  1. any of a group of antibodies or other agents that cause dissolution of cells against which they are directed
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lysin in Medicine

lysin

(lī′sĭn)
n.
  1. An antibody that is capable of causing the destruction or dissolution of red blood cells, bacteria, or other cellular elements.
  2. A substance that causes lysis.
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