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neurotropic

/ˌnjʊə.rəˈtrɒp.ɪk/

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adjective

/ˌnjʊə.rəˈtrɒp.ɪk/C2formalmedical
  • ruОписывает вещество или агент, обладающее особым сродством к нервной ткани или воздействием на неё.

Describes a substance or agent that has a particular affinity for or effect on nerve tissue.

  1. Affecting the nervous systemC2formalmedical

    Tending to attack or affect the nervous system preferentially, often used to describe viruses, toxins, or chemicals.

    ruНейротропный

    • The neurotropic virus specifically targets nerve cells.
    • Certain neurotropic chemicals can cause neurological damage.
    • Researchers are studying neurotropic agents to understand brain infections.
Forms
  • more neurotropic comparative form
  • most neurotropic superlative form