Definition: 'Differentiation'
differentiation
Type: TermPronunciation: dif′ĕr-en′shē-ā′shŭn
Definitions:
1. The acquisition or possession of one or more characteristics or functions different from that of the original type.
2. Partial removal of a stain from a histologic section to accentuate the staining differences of tissue components.
Synonyms:
differential diagnosis, specialization2
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