cytopathogenic effect

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[-path′əjen′ik]

the degenerative or morphologic changes in a cultured cell caused by cytopathic damage, including chromosomal aberrations, membrane permeability, and protein synthesis. The damage is especially associated with the multiplication of certain viruses.

cytopathogenic

pertaining to or emanating from cytopathogenesis.

cytopathogenic effect

having a destructive effect on cells. See also cytolytic.

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