Cytotactic

/ˌsaɪtəˈtæktɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the directed movement or orientation of cells in response to external stimuli.

Etymology

From cyto- (Greek kytos, 'cell') + -tactic (Greek taxis, 'arrangement' or 'movement'). This term was developed as biologists studied how cells navigate and position themselves.

Kelly Says

White blood cells are incredibly cytotactic—they can sense chemical signals from infected areas and swim toward them like tiny warriors following a scent trail!

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