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cell death

/sɛl dɛθ/

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/sɛl dɛθ/C1formalscientific
  • ruПроцесс, при котором клетка перестает функционировать и умирает, либо как естественная часть развития организма, либо из-за травмы, болезни или запрограммированных механизмов, таких как апоптоз.

The process by which a cell ceases to function and dies, either as a natural part of an organism's development or due to injury, disease, or programmed mechanisms such as apoptosis.

  1. Programmed cell deathC1formal

    The process by which cells in a living organism die in a controlled and regulated manner, often as part of normal development or to remove damaged cells.

    ruЗапрограммированная гибель клеток

    • Apoptosis is a well-known form of programmed cell death.
    • Cell death is essential for maintaining tissue health.
    • Researchers are studying how cell death contributes to aging.
  2. NecrosisC1formal

    Premature cell death caused by external factors such as injury, infection, or lack of blood supply, often leading to inflammation.

    ruНекроз

    • Necrosis is a type of cell death that results from severe injury.
    • The doctor explained that cell death in the heart muscle can lead to a heart attack.
    • Cell death due to toxins can cause tissue damage.