mitogenic
/ˌmaɪtəˈdʒɛnɪk/; /maɪˈtɒdʒɛnɪk/Definitions
1. adjective
Able to cause mitosis or the production of new cells.
“The researcher studied the mitogenic properties of the new plant growth hormone.”
2. noun
A substance that induces mitosis or the formation of new cells.
“The scientist isolated a mitogenic compound from the bacteria’s cell culture.”
3. verb
To cause mitosis or the production of new cells.
“The medication was shown to mitogenically stimulate the immune system.”