pyrogen

• Substance qui peut provoquer une élévation de la température corporelle, souvent associée à la fièvre, ou substance caractérisée par une forte inflammabilité.

A substance that can cause a rise in body temperature, often associated with fever, or a substance characterized by its great flammability.

1. Flammable substanceC2formalscientific

   Any substance characterized by its great flammability or ability to produce heat.

   Substance inflammable

   • The laboratory stored pyrogens in a secure, fireproof container.
   • Pyrogens are used in some industrial processes that require high heat.
   • The chemical was classified as a pyrogen due to its extreme flammability.

   Synonymescombustibleflammableinflammable

2. Fever-inducing substanceC2formalmedical

   Any substance that can cause a rise in body temperature, often used in medical contexts.

   Pyrogène

   • The injection was tested for the presence of pyrogens to ensure patient safety.
   • Pyrogens can trigger an immune response leading to fever.
   • The pharmaceutical company removed all pyrogens from the vaccine.