metachromatic

/ ˌmɛtəkrəʊˈmætɪk /

adjective

1. (of tissues and cells stained for microscopical examination) taking a colour different from that of the dye solution
2. (of dyes) capable of staining tissues or cells a colour different from that of the dye solution
3. of or relating to metachromatism

Example Sentences

But her relief evaporated when the doctor mentioned metachromatic leukodystrophy - which they had never heard of before.

From BBC

Three-year-old Nala - and Teddi, who is 19 months old - both have MLD, metachromatic leukodystrophy.

From BBC

In Europe, a product approved for a deadly neurological disorder known as metachromatic leukodystrophy was given list prices of up to $3.9 million.

From New York Times

In metachromatic leukodystrophy, a genetic mutation causes a deficiency of the arylsulphatase A enzyme, which in turn causes a loss of myelin, an insulating layer that forms around nerve cells.

From Nature

The treatment has so far been trialled in nine children with early-onset metachromatic leukodystrophy.

From Nature