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necrobiosis [¦ne·krō‚bī′ō·səs] (medicine) Death of a cell or group of cells under either normal or pathologic conditions. 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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Some labile cell types whose numbers are normally controlled through programmed cell death are subject to markedly increased destruction during some severe infections. Other brain abnormalities in people with AD include nerve cell death in specific areas that are vital to memory and other mental abilities, as well as lower levels of certain neurotransmitters. After that, scientists may be able to answer questions about how to prevent cell death and infertility when dairy cattle are heat stressed. |
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