noun as in strong fondness

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lysin, hemolysin

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Example:Lysins serve similar functions to endotheliolysin but are found more broadly in various biological contexts.

Definition:A protein that causes lysis, commonly involved in the bacterial cell wall degradation process, which can lead to cell death if released into the extracellular space.

From lysin

Example:While endotheliolysin targets endothelial cells, hemolysins affect red blood cells, leading to hemolysis.

Definition:A protein that causes lysis of red blood cells. It can be similar in function to endotheliolysin but typically refers to proteins that specifically affect erythrocytes.

From hemolysin