sepsis 2 topics · 2 sources Healthcare› MedicineCancer(SEP-sis) The presence of bacteria or their toxins in the blood or tissues.National Cancer Institute — Dictionary of Cancer Terms Cite Science› Biotechnology and GeneticsFood BiotechnologyDestruction of tissue by pathogenic micro-organisms or their toxins, especially through infection of a wound.UN Food and Agriculture Organization — Glossary of Biotechnology for Food and Agriculture Cite