a synthetic, microscopic globule consisting of layers of lipids encapsulating certain substances (as enzymes or drugs): used to introduce these substances into a cell or specified tissue
Origin of liposome
lipo- + -someliposome
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liposome
noun
A microscopic artificial vesicle consisting of an aqueous core enclosed in phospholipid molecules, used to convey vaccines, drugs, or other substances to target tissues.
Related Forms:
- lip′o·so′mal
adjective
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Noun
(plural liposomes)
- (biochemistry) an aqueous compartment enclosed by a bimolecular phospholipid membrane; a lipid vesicle
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liposome - Medical Definition
n.
A microscopic artificial vesicle consisting of an aqueous core enclosed in phospholipid molecules, used to convey vaccines, drugs, or other substances to target tissues.
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- lip′o·so′mal
adj.
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