Definition of HEMOLYSIN (Meaning of HEMOLYSIN), a 9 Letter Word

Pronunciation:		hi'mâlisin


WordNet Dictionary

	Definition:	[n] any substance that can cause lysis (destruction) of erythrocytes (red blood cells) and the release of their hemoglobin

HEMOLYSIN is a 9 letter word that starts with H.
	Synonyms:	erythrocytolysin, erythrolysin, haemolysin

	See Also:	organic compound, streptolysin

Biology Dictionary

	Definition:	Hemolysin is an antibody or one of a group of bacterial toxins which, when a complement is also present, can destroy red blood cells by attacking their cytoplasmic membranes and causing them to lyse.