RBC
Definition
Noun: 1. Red Blood Cell: A mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen from the lungs to the bodily tissues. It is a biconcave disc that lacks a nucleus, allowing for more efficient oxygen transport.
Usage
- The primary function of an rbc is gas exchange.
- A low rbc count can indicate anemia.
- Doctors analyzed the shape and size of the rbc under the microscope.
Advanced Usage
- RBC indices: A set of laboratory values (like MCV, MCH) that describe the size and hemoglobin content of red blood cells, used in diagnosing types of anemia.
- RBC morphology: The study of the physical appearance of red blood cells, which can reveal various diseases or deficiencies.
Variants and Related Words
- Erythrocyte (noun): The formal, scientific term for a red blood cell.
- Red blood cell (noun): The full, non-abbreviated term.
- Red cell (noun): A common shortened form.
Synonyms
- Erythrocyte
- Red blood corpuscle
- Haematid (less common)
Related Phrases
- RBC count: The number of red blood cells in a specific volume of blood, a standard part of a complete blood count (CBC).
- Packed RBCs: A blood product consisting mainly of red blood cells, used in transfusions.
Noun
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a mature blood cell that contains hemoglobin to carry oxygen to the bodily tissues; a biconcave disc that has no nucleus
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