Definition
The stage of the cell cycle when the cell grows and DNA replicates to prepare for mitosis.
Use in clinical context
Mitosis is essential for growth and repair of the body. Interphase is the stage where the cell prepares for cell division and ensures that each new daughter cell has the correct amount of DNA and organelles.
Related terms
Cell cycle | Cell division | Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) | Mitosis