erythrocyte
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- erythrocytic adjective
Etymology
Origin of erythrocyte
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Recall that bilirubin, a product of erythrocyte breakdown, is processed by the liver and secreted in bile.
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When EPO stimulates the production of erythrocytes, iron is released from storage, bound to transferrin, and carried to the red marrow where it attaches to erythrocyte precursors.
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This patient can theoretically receive any type of blood, because the patient’s own blood—having both A and B antigens on the erythrocyte surface—does not produce anti-A or anti-B antibodies.
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Excessive erythrocyte destruction would deposit excessive bilirubin in the blood.
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To each tube add 1 c.c. of erythrocyte solution.
From The Elements of Bacteriological Technique A Laboratory Guide for Medical, Dental, and Technical Students. Second Edition Rewritten and Enlarged. by Eyre, J. W. H. (John William Henry)
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