Definition

A substance that destroys red blood cells, leading to the release of hemoglobin.

Example

The hemolysin produced by the bacteria caused severe anemia in the infected patients.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new research on hemolysin?

No, I haven't! What is it about?

It's about how hemolysin can destroy red blood cells in certain infections.

Wow, that sounds really interesting and a bit scary!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hemolysin → It is formed from "hemo-" (from Greek "haima", meaning blood) and "lysin" (from Greek "lysis", meaning to loosen or dissolve). The word refers to a substance that causes the destruction or dissolution of red blood cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'blood' ('hemo-') being 'loosened' or 'dissolved' ('lysis') — that's what hemolysin does.

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