bạch cầu

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The Vietnamese word "bạch cầu" refers to a type of white blood cell, which is also known as a leucocyte in English. These cells are an essential part of the immune system, helping to protect the body against infections and diseases.

Explanation:

• Bạch cầu (noun) = leucocyte (white blood cell)
• It plays a crucial role in the body’s defense system by identifying and fighting off pathogens like bacteria and viruses.

Usage Instructions:

You can use "bạch cầu" in medical contexts to discuss health, immune responses, or blood-related issues. For example, if you want to talk about a blood test that measures white blood cell count, you might say, "Kết quả xét nghiệm cho thấy số lượng bạch cầu của tôi cao."

Example:

• "Khi cơ thể bị nhiễm trùng, số lượng bạch cầu sẽ tăng lên để chiến đấu với vi khuẩn." (When the body is infected, the number of white blood cells will increase to fight off bacteria.)

Advanced Usage:

In medical discussions, "bạch cầu" can also be used in relation to specific conditions. For instance: - Bệnh bạch cầu: This term means "leukemia," which is a type of cancer that affects the blood and bone marrow, leading to an increased number of abnormal white blood cells.

Word Variants:

• Bạch cầu trung tính: Neutrophil (a type of white blood cell)
• Bạch cầu lympho: Lymphocyte (another type of white blood cell)
• Bạch cầu ái toan: Eosinophil (a type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions and fighting parasites)

Different Meanings:

While "bạch cầu" primarily refers to white blood cells in a medical context, it doesn't have other meanings in everyday language. Its use is specific to biology and health.

Synonyms:

In a medical context, there are no direct synonyms for "bạch cầu," but you can refer to specific types of white blood cells (like lymphocyte or neutrophil) if you want to be more specific.

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noun

1. Leucocyte
   • bệnh bạch cầu
     Leukaemia