endotoxin

Noun

A toxin that is present inside a bacterial cell and is released when the cell disintegrates.

ریشه

Derived from 'endo-' meaning 'within' and 'toxin' meaning 'poison'.

مثال

• The bacteria releases endotoxin when it is destroyed.
• Endotoxin can cause severe reactions in the human body.
• The presence of endotoxin in the blood can lead to septic shock.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Release endotoxin Endotoxin level Endotoxin test Endotoxin production