Definition of «proliferative»

The term proliferative refers to something that is characterized by an increase in number or growth. It can be used to describe a process, condition, or object that multiplies or expands rapidly and abundantly. In biology, for example, it may refer to the rapid cell division characteristic of certain types of cancer cells.

Phrases with «proliferative»

Sentences with «proliferative»

In highly proliferative lesions with increased Ki67, estrogen receptor was negative, but human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 was usually positive with a distribution that was similar to that reported for human intraepithelial lesions (7). (cebp.aacrjournals.org)
Phase 2 — Proliferative Phase: In this phase, granulation, contraction, and epithelialization of the injured tissues occurs. (todaysveterinarynurse.com)
The strict limit in proliferative potential of normal human somatic cells - a process known as replicative senescence - is highly relevant to the immune system, because clonal expansion is fundamental to adaptive immunity. (sens.org)
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