Lymphoblast (Noun)
Meaning
An immature lymphocyte.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- A lymphoblast is an immature lymphocyte that has not yet differentiated into a mature B cell or T cell.
- Lymphoblasts are the precursors to both B cells and T cells, and they undergo significant changes as they mature.
- In the bone marrow, lymphoblasts undergo rapid cell division and growth before differentiating into mature lymphocytes.
- Abnormal lymphoblasts can accumulate in the bone marrow and blood, leading to certain types of leukemia.
- Lymphoblasts express specific surface markers that allow researchers to identify and study their development and function.