A process that results in, or a condition that is characterised by, the abnormal or pathologic death of cells. ... Origin: necro-+ G. Kytos, cell, + -osis, condition ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
(nek″ro-si-to´sis) death and decay of cells.
Type: Term Pronunciation: nek′rō-sī-tō′sis Definitions: 1. A process that results in, or a condition that is characterized by, the abnormal or pathologic death of cells.
necrocytosis A process that results in, or a condition that is characterized by, the abnormal or pathological death of cells.