Definition of HEMOLYSIN

hemolysin

Plural: hemolysins

Noun

  • any substance that can cause lysis (destruction) of erythrocytes (red blood cells) and the release of their hemoglobin
  • Any substance (often an exotoxin) that damages the membranes of red blood cells and thus releases hemoglobin.

Origin / Etymology

From hemo- + lysin.

Scrabble Score: 17

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Words With Friends Score: 18

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