Definition of pyrogen in English:
pyrogen
noun ˈpʌɪrədʒ(ə)nˈpīrəjən
Medicine A substance, typically produced by a bacterium, which produces fever when introduced or released into the blood.
pyrogens affect the central neurons
Example sentencesExamples
- He is responsible for all pyrogen and bacterial endotoxins testing issues.
- The rabbit pyrogen test is well established as an official end-product test.
- Tests must be performed for pyrogens, sterility, and EO residues.
- A proprietary finishing system ensures that the fabric will meet specified pyrogen levels.