HealthAugust 16, 2026

lysosomal

LYE-suh-SOH-muhl

Definition

Relating to or associated with lysosomes, which are the membrane-bound organelles that function as the cell's waste-disposal and recycling system.

Etymology

The word is derived from the Greek 'lysis' (loosening or dissolution) and 'soma' (body), reflecting the organelle's role in breaking down cellular materials.

In the news

The article uses 'lysosomal' to describe the failure of the brain's cellular waste-recycling systems, identifying this dysfunction as a common link between rare pediatric diseases and Alzheimer's.

The Hidden Link Between Childhood Disease and Alzheimer's Brain Health

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