Category: C

  • CD68

    A glycoprotein expressed on monocytes/macrophages which binds to low density lipoprotein.  

  • CD31

    Also known as PECAM-1 (Platelet Endothelial Cell Adhesion Molecule-1), a member of the immunoglobulin superfamily, that mediates cell-to-cell adhesion.  

  • CD 28

    Is one of the molecules expressed on T cells that provide co-stimulatory signals, which are required for T cell (lymphocytes) activation.  

  • Cauterization

    A medical term describing the burning of the body to remove or close a part of it. The process of burning or scarring the skin or tissues. Destruction of damaged or superfluous tissue by means of heat, electricity, or a chemical. The use of a hot instrument, an electrical current, a corrosive chemical, or some…

  • Caustic

    Having a corrosive or burning effect. Burning in taste or on the skin. An escharotic or corrosive agent. Called also cauterant. A substance that burns tissue or causes corrosion. A chemical substance that destroys tissues that it touches. Agent that produces a bum or destroys tissue by chemical action (e.g., silver nitrate). Any strongly corrosive…

  • Cathartic

    Is a substance which accelerates defecation. Substance that eases griping and expels gas. An active purgative, producing bowel movements and evacuation of the bowels. A laxative or other agent used to purify the bowels. A powerful purgative or laxative , causing severe evacuation, with or without pain. Agent that purges the body, usually the intestine,…

  • Catecholamines

    Hormones that are released by the adrenal glands in response to stress. A group of biogenic amines derived from the amino acid tyrosine that includes the neurotransmitters dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine, which exert an important influence on peripheral nervous system and central nervous system (CNS) activity. A hormone that is a neurotransmitter, released under conditions…

  • Catechins

    Are polyphenolic antioxidant plant metabolites. They belong to the family of flavonoids; tea is a rich source of catechins. Flavonoid phytochemical compounds that are primarily found in green tea. Also known as flavonols; the primary polyphenols found in green tea.  

  • Catarrh, Catarrhal

    Inflammation of the mucous membranes especially of the nose and throat. A condition of the mucous membranes characterised by inflammation and mucous. Excessive secretion from an inflamed mucous membrane, especially of the air passages of the throat and head. Inflammation of mucous membranes. Simple inflammation of the mucous membrane in the respiratory tract. Any inflammation…

  • Cataractogenesis

    Formation of cataracts.