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The complex series of phenomena, occurring between the end of one cell division and the end of the next, by which cellular material is divided between daughter cells. The sequence of events between eukaryotic cell divisions; it includes mitosis and cell division (M phase), a gap stage (G1 phase), a period of DNA synthesis (S…

Adherence of cells to surfaces or to other cells.  

Microscopic mass of protoplasm enveloped by a semi‐permeable membrane. Smallest structural unit of living matter able to function independently. The cavity or cavities of an ovary or fruit containing the ovules or seeds; The pollen-sac of an anther, an anther lobe or theca; The fundamental, minute unit of all plant construction. The individual unit that…

Broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic with a very long half-life and high penetrability to usually inaccessible infections, including those involving the meninges, eyes, inner ears, and urinary tract. Parenteral cephalosporin antibiotic (trade name Rocephin) indicated for severe infections of the lungs, ears, skin, urinary tract, and throat. Also used in the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases. Potential…

Factors which produce cessation of all vital bodily functions. They can be analyzed from an epidemiologic viewpoint.  

Etiology; Pertaining to a cause; directed against a cause. Responsible for bringing about a particular effect, condition, or result. For example, there is a documented causal link between cigarette smoking and an increased risk of coronary artery disease.  

A small, flexible tube that may be inserted into various parts of the body to inject or remove liquids. A piece of plastic or rubber tubing that is inserted into a vein or other hollow structure. A tube passed into the body along one of the passages in the body. A hollow, flexible tube that…

Extracted from Uncaria gambier, Acacia catechu and other plants; it stabilizes collagen and is therefore used in tanning and dyeing; it prevents capillary fragility and abnormal permeability, but was formerly used as an antidiarrheal.  

The region of an enzyme that interacts with its substrate to cause the enzymatic reaction.  

Substances that increase the risk of neoplasms in humans or animals. Both genotoxic chemicals, which affect DNA directly, and nongenotoxic chemicals, which induce neoplasms by other mechanism, are included. A substance that can induce cancer. A substance that, when introduced in the body, causes cancer. A cancer-causing agent. A substance which causes cancer. Any substance…