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pycnotic

/pɪkˈnɒt.ɪk/

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adjective

/pɪkˈnɒt.ɪk/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к или характеризующийся пикнозом — состоянием, при котором ядро клетки сжимается и уплотняется, часто связанным с гибелью или дегенерацией клеток.

Relating to or characterized by pyknosis, a condition where the nucleus of a cell shrinks and condenses, often associated with cell death or degeneration.

  1. Relating to pyknosisC2formalmedical

    Describing a cell, especially a nucleus, that has become condensed and shrunken, typically as a sign of cell degeneration or death.

    ruПикнотический

    • The pathologist observed pycnotic nuclei in the tissue sample.
    • Pycnotic changes are often seen in aging or damaged cells.
    • The presence of pycnotic cells indicates advanced necrosis.

    Synonymspyknotic