CYS has various meanings in the Medical category. Discover the full forms, definitions, and usage contexts of CYS in Medical.
Cystoscopy is endoscopy of the urinary bladder via the urethra. It is carried out with a cystoscope.
MedicalA drug that is a potent suppressor of the immune system and is used to prevent rejection in organ transplants.
MedicalCysteine is an α-amino acid with the chemical formula HO2CCH(NH2)CH2SH. It is a semi-essential amino acid, which means that it can be biosynthesized in humans. It is encoded by the codons UGU and UGC. The thiol side chain in cysteine often participates in enzymatic reactions, serving as a nucleophile.
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