leucocyte
/'lju:kəsait/
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of blood cell that engulfs and digests bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system. Leucocytes are a key component of the immune system, helping to protect the body from infection and disease.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- A high leucocyte count can indicate an infection.
- The doctor explained that leucocytes are responsible for fighting off pathogens.
Advanced Usage
- "Leucocyte count": A common medical term referring to the number of white blood cells in a given volume of blood, often measured in a complete blood count (CBC) test.
- Her leucocyte count was elevated, suggesting her body was fighting an illness.
Variants and Related Words
Leukocyte: An alternative spelling of the same word. Both "leucocyte" and "leukocyte" are correct, with "leukocyte" being more common in American English.
- Leukocytes are produced in the bone marrow.
White blood cell (WBC): The common, non-technical synonym for leucocyte.
- White blood cells are crucial for immunity.
Synonyms
- White blood cell (WBC): The most common synonym.
- White corpuscle: A less common, more formal term.
Related Phrases
Leucocyte adhesion deficiency: A rare genetic disorder affecting the immune system.
- The child was diagnosed with leucocyte adhesion deficiency.
Leucocyte esterase: An enzyme produced by leucocytes, often tested for in urinalysis.
- A positive leucocyte esterase test suggests a urinary tract infection.
Noun
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blood cells that engulf and digest bacteria and fungi; an important part of the body's defense system
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