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Specialty Expressions: HOST CELL

ExpressionsDomainDefinition
Host cellGeology1) A cell which has been infected by a virus is known as the "host cell" of that virus. 2) A cell which is used in lab techniques such as DNA cloning to receive, maintain, and allow the reproduction of cloning vectors. The DNA introduced with the vector is replicated whenever the cell divides. (references)
Host cellMedicineA cell whose metabolism is used for the growth and reproduction of a virus. Source: European Union. (references)
Host cellReligionA cell that is infected by a virus or another type of microorganism. (references)

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Host cell factor C135   Host cell factor C135

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