Reticulocyte (Noun)
Meaning
An immature red blood cell containing a network of filaments or granules.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor ordered a reticulocyte count to assess the bone marrow's ability to produce new red blood cells.
- Reticulocytes are typically found in the peripheral blood of individuals with anemia or other blood disorders.
- A reticulocyte count is often used to diagnose and monitor conditions such as iron deficiency anemia.
- The presence of a high number of reticulocytes in the blood can indicate a response to anemia or blood loss.
- In a healthy individual, the reticulocyte count is usually less than 1.5 percent of the total red blood cell count.