erythrocyte
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- erythrocytic adjective
Etymology
Origin of erythrocyte
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The cell found in greatest abundance in blood is the erythrocyte.
From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022
During the first day or two that it is in the circulation, an immature erythrocyte, known as a reticulocyte, will still typically contain remnants of organelles.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
And although there is just one type of erythrocyte, there are many types of leukocytes.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
Reticulocytes should comprise approximately 1–2 percent of the erythrocyte count and provide a rough estimate of the rate of RBC production, with abnormally low or high rates indicating deviations in the production of these cells.
From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013
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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