Cytostasis (cyto – cell; stasis – stoppage) refers to the inhibition of cell growth and proliferation. A cytostatic agent is a cellular component or drug that prevents cells from dividing, thereby suppressing proliferation; in some contexts, prolonged cytostasis may lead to cell death.
Cytostasis (cyto – cell; stasis – stoppage) refers to the inhibition of cell growth and proliferation. A cytostatic agent is a cellular component or drug that prevents cells from dividing, thereby suppressing proliferation; in some contexts, prolonged cytostasis may lead to cell death.
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