The word "apoptotic" is used to describe a process in living cells known as programmed cell death. It is a natural and controlled way for cells to die, which is important for normal development and maintenance of the body. Full definition
This was consistent with a long - term apoptotic effect of Mcf1 causing widespread cell death and ultimately death of the animal. (journals.plos.org)
Furthermore, the drug induced a dose - and time - dependent apoptotic response in chemoresistant melanoma cells via inactivation of Bcl - 2 [21]. (oncm.org)
They are present in apoptotic bodies of infected cells or can be exposed upon degradation of the microbes within the endocytic pathway. (science.institut-curie.org)