eosinophile
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of white blood cell: An eosinophile is a specific kind of leukocyte (white blood cell) that is easily stained or colored by the dye called eosin. These cells are part of the immune system and are often involved in responses to allergies, parasitic infections, and certain inflammatory conditions.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The blood test showed an elevated level of eosinophile, indicating a possible allergic reaction.
- Eosinophiles are a type of granulocyte that help fight parasitic infections.
Advanced Usage
- "Eosinophile count": A common medical term referring to the number of these cells present in a blood sample, often used to diagnose or monitor conditions.
- The doctor ordered a test to check my eosinophile count.
- "Eosinophile-derived": Used in scientific contexts to describe substances or effects originating from these cells.
- The study focused on eosinophile-derived neurotoxin.
Variants and Related Words
- Eosinophilia (n): The medical condition of having an abnormally high number of eosinophiles in the blood or tissues.
- Persistent eosinophilia can be a sign of an underlying health issue.
- Eosinophilic (adj): Relating to, characterized by, or readily stained with eosin.
- The biopsy revealed an eosinophilic infiltration in the tissue.
Synonyms
- Eosinophil: This is the more common, standard spelling and term for the same cell.
- Acidophil: A broader, less specific term for cells or structures that stain with acidic dyes like eosin.
Related Phrases
- "Eosinophile cationic protein (ECP)": A protein released by eosinophiles, often measured as a marker of eosinophilic activity.
- Levels of eosinophile cationic protein are elevated in severe asthma.
- "Tissue eosinophile": Refers to eosinophiles that have migrated from the bloodstream into body tissues.
- The presence of tissue eosinophiles confirmed the diagnosis.
Noun
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a leukocyte readily stained with eosin
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