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ly⋅sin

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

Origin:
1895–1900; lys- + -in 2
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ly·sin   (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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Main Entry: ly·sin
Pronunciation: 'lIs-&n
Function: noun
: a substance (as an antibody) capable of causing lysis
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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lysin ly·sin (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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