anaplastic
Prononciation : [ˌænəˈplæstɪk]
Mot
Contexte : « biology »
(adjective) related to cells that do not have a normal shape and function. Anaplastic cells can grow very quickly and are often linked to cancer. Imagine if parts of a puzzle were mixed up and couldn't fit together properly; that’s how anaplastic cells behave.
Exemple
The doctor explained that the tumor was anaplastic, meaning it grew rapidly and was harder to treat.
Exemple
The biopsy showed no anaplastic cells, which was a good sign for the patient's health.
Exemple
What does it mean when a tumor is described as anaplastic?
0s0s