Definition of Lactescence. Meaning of Lactescence. Synonyms of Lactescence

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Definition of Lactescence

Lactescence
Lactescence Lac*tes"cence, n. [Cf. F. lactescence.] 1. The state or quality of producing milk, or milklike juice; resemblance to milk; a milky color. This lactescence does commonly ensue when . . . fair water is suddenly poured upon the solution. --Boyle. 2. (Bot.) The latex of certain plants. See Latex.

Meaning of Lactescence from wikipedia

- Typically, the plasma in a fasting blood sample appears creamy (plasma lactescence).[medical citation needed] Familial LPL deficiency should be considered...