cytotoxicity

[ sahy-toh-tok-sis-i-tee ]

noun

1. cell destruction caused by a cytotoxic substance.

Word History and Origins

Origin of cytotoxicity¹

cytotoxic ( def ) + -ity

Example Sentences

The results not only indicate that histidine can increase methotrexate-driven cytotoxicity in cancer cells, but also raise the possibility that some mechanism is reducing the toxic effects of THF depletion in normal tissues.

From Nature

D.M. established the expression cell lines and performed most cytotoxicity tests.

From Nature

PD-L1 on tumor cells is sufficient for immune evasion in immunogenic tumors and inhibits CD8 T cell cytotoxicity.

From Nature

However, its association with direct cytotoxicity is less strong.

From Nature

And because they seem vital “these genes can be specifically monitored during drug development for potential side effects and cytotoxicity,” Xu says.

From Science Magazine