programmed cell death

• Regulierter Prozess, bei dem eine Zelle sich selbst gezielt zerstört, als Teil von normalem Wachstum, Entwicklung oder Immunantwort; oft auch als Apoptose bezeichnet.

A regulated process in which a cell intentionally destroys itself as part of an organism's normal growth, development, or immune response, often referred to as apoptosis.

1. ApoptosisC1formal

   The regulated, controlled process by which cells in an organism self-destruct in a programmed manner, essential for development and maintaining health.

   Apoptose

   • Programmed cell death is crucial for removing damaged cells.
   • During development, programmed cell death shapes the fingers and toes.
   • Cancer can occur when programmed cell death is inhibited.