MedicalTerminology DB
General Medical Terms

mitotic activity

Meaning of mitotic activity: Having to do with the presence of dividing (proliferating) cells.

Definition of mitotic activity

Having to do with the presence of dividing (proliferating) cells. Cancer tissue generally has more mitotic activity than normal tissues.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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