Pyocyanase (Noun)
Meaning
A yellow-green mixture of antibiotics obtained from the bacillus of green pus.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Pyocyanase is often used as an antiseptic and is a derivative of the green pus bacillus.
- The natural antibiotic properties found in pyocyanase have been studied for potential use in modern medicine.
- It was discovered that pyocyanase also possesses antifungal properties, making it a versatile compound in the field of infectious diseases.
- Research has been conducted into the effectiveness of pyocyanase as a topical treatment for wound infections.
- The yellow-green pigment of pyocyanase was first isolated and studied in the late 19th century by European scientists.