cytoprotective

cytoprotective

 [si″to-pro-tek´tiv] 1. protecting cells from noxious chemicals or other stimuli.2. an agent that so protects; called also cytoprotectant.

cytoprotective

(sī'tō-prō-tek'tiv), Descriptive of a drug or agent protecting cells from damage expected to occur.

cytoprotective

(sī″tō-prō-tĕk′tĭv) [Gr. kytos, cell, + L.L. protegere, to protect, to cover] Capable of shielding cells from injury, e.g., damage from electrolyte disturbance, infection, ischemia, or toxins.