Myocyte
noun
A myocyte is a type of cell that is responsible for muscle contraction in the body.
The myocytes in your heart help it pump blood effectively.
Often appears as...
- cardiac myocyte
- skeletal myocyte
Usage tips
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muscle cell, cardiac myocyte, skeletal myocyte
noun
A myocyte is a type of cell that is responsible for muscle contraction in the body.
The myocytes in your heart help it pump blood effectively.
Often appears as...
- cardiac myocyte
- skeletal myocyte
Usage tips
Neutral
muscle cell, cardiac myocyte, skeletal myocyte
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding Function
Myocytes are essential for muscle contraction; without them, movement is impossible.
The heart needs myocytes to beat properly.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Usage
The term is specifically used in medical or biological contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations.
In a medical discussion, it’s normal to refer to myocytes when talking about muscle health.
Pro Tip 3/3Regeneration and Repair
Myocytes can regenerate in some circumstances; this is especially important in muscle recovery after injury.
After exercising, myocytes adapt to handle stronger activities.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding Function
Myocytes are essential for muscle contraction; without them, movement is impossible.
The heart needs myocytes to beat properly.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Usage
The term is specifically used in medical or biological contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations.
In a medical discussion, it’s normal to refer to myocytes when talking about muscle health.
Pro Tip 3/3Regeneration and Repair
Myocytes can regenerate in some circumstances; this is especially important in muscle recovery after injury.
After exercising, myocytes adapt to handle stronger activities.
Pro Tip 1/3Understanding Function
Myocytes are essential for muscle contraction; without them, movement is impossible.
The heart needs myocytes to beat properly.
Pro Tip 2/3Context Usage
The term is specifically used in medical or biological contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations.
In a medical discussion, it’s normal to refer to myocytes when talking about muscle health.
Pro Tip 3/3Regeneration and Repair
Myocytes can regenerate in some circumstances; this is especially important in muscle recovery after injury.
After exercising, myocytes adapt to handle stronger activities.
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