It often refers to the breakdown of cells or other biological structures.
Here are some examples:
* Hemolysis: The breakdown of red blood cells.
* Cytolysis: The breakdown of cells.
* Hydrolysis: The breakdown of a compound by the addition of water.
* Lysis of a virus: The breakdown of a virus particle.
The prefix "lysis" is commonly used in biology and medicine to describe processes involving the breakdown of substances or structures.