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autolysis [ȯ′täl·ə·səs] (geochemistry) Return of a substance to solution, as of phosphate removed from seawater by plankton and returned when these organisms die and decay. (pathology) Self-digestion by body cells following somatic or organ death or ischemic injury. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The degree of postmortem autolysis was more than would be expected in a freshly killed animal. Marked autolysis was seen in the livers of some of the St. This may be accomplished surgically, enzymatically, biologically, mechanically, or through autolysis. |
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