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Leucopenia (Noun)

Meaning

An abnormal lowering of the white blood cell count.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The patient was diagnosed with leucopenia after a series of blood tests revealed an abnormally low white blood cell count.
  • Leucopenia can be caused by various factors, including viral infections, autoimmune disorders, and certain medications.
  • The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the underlying infection that was causing the patient's leucopenia.
  • Chemotherapy-induced leucopenia is a common side effect of cancer treatment that can increase the risk of infections.
  • In some cases, leucopenia can be a symptom of an underlying bone marrow disorder that requires immediate medical attention.

Synonyms

  • Leukopenia

Hypernyms

  • Blood Disease

Hyponyms

  • Neutropenia
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