Mitotic

usgb/maɪˈtɑːtɪk/
adjective

Relating to mitosis, a type of cell division where one cell divides to form two identical cells.

The mitotic phase is crucial for cellular reproduction.
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mitotic division, mitotic spindle, mitotic phase

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Biological Processes

Mitotic processes are essential for understanding cell growth.

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Observation of mitotic phases can reveal information about cellular health.
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Research Context

In cancer research, mitotic activity is crucial for assessing cancer cell proliferation.

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Certain drugs target mitotic processes to inhibit cancer growth.
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Clinical Relevance

Mitotic index is often used as a measure in pathology.

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A high mitotic index can indicate high cellular activity.
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