Kullens lighthouse. One of the most prominent landmarks and most powerful lighthouses in Scandinavia. Kullens light is located on the southwest coast of Sweden, in the province of Scania. Photo: Dirigentens.
Hemolysis (or haemolysis in British English) is the breakdown of red blood cells. The ability of bacterial colonies to induce hemolysis when grown on blood agar is used to classify certain microorganisms. This is particularly useful in classifying streptococcal species.
lysis. the decomposition of cells by antibodies called lysins. the destruction of cells by the action of certain lysins. See also health. â lytic, adj. the gradual process of a disease, ending in the recovery of the patient. See also cells.