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neurotropism /neu·rot·ro·pism/ (ndbobr-rot´ro-pizm) 1. the quality of having a special affinity for nervous tissue. 2. the alleged tendency of regenerating nerve fibers to grow toward specific portions of the periphery.neurotro´pic neurotropism [noo͡rot′rəpiz′əm] Etymology: Gk, neuron, nerve, trepein, to turn 1 the tendency for certain microorganisms, poisons, and nutrients to be attracted to nervous tissue. 2 the tendency of basic dyes to be attracted to nervous tissue. neurotropism 1. the quality of having a special affinity for nervous tissue. 2. the alleged tendency of regenerating nerve fibers to grow toward specific portions of the periphery. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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