Granulocyte
noun
A type of white blood cell that contains granules in its cytoplasm and is involved in the immune response.
Granulocytes are crucial for fighting off bacterial infections.

Often appears as...
- neutrophils
- eosinophils
Usage tips
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General
noun
A white blood cell distinguished by the presence of granules that have specific functions in immune defense.
In the lab, we analyze granulocyte populations to assess immune function.

Often appears as...
- blood smear
- immune response
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A type of white blood cell that contains granules in its cytoplasm and is involved in the immune response.
Granulocytes are crucial for fighting off bacterial infections.

Often appears as...
- neutrophils
- eosinophils
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A white blood cell distinguished by the presence of granules that have specific functions in immune defense.
In the lab, we analyze granulocyte populations to assess immune function.

Often appears as...
- blood smear
- immune response
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 2

Understand the context
In a medical setting, knowing about granulocytes can help in diagnosing infections
Doctors often examine granulocyte levels in blood tests.
Recognize their role
Granulocytes are essential for immune function and are often studied in immunology
Learning about granulocyte types can enhance your understanding of diseases.
Association with immunity
Granulocytes are directly linked to the body's defense mechanisms
Increased levels of granulocytes may indicate infection or inflammation.
Understand the context
In a medical setting, knowing about granulocytes can help in diagnosing infections
Doctors often examine granulocyte levels in blood tests.
Recognize their role
Granulocytes are essential for immune function and are often studied in immunology
Learning about granulocyte types can enhance your understanding of diseases.
Association with immunity
Granulocytes are directly linked to the body's defense mechanisms
Increased levels of granulocytes may indicate infection or inflammation.
Understand the context
In a medical setting, knowing about granulocytes can help in diagnosing infections
Doctors often examine granulocyte levels in blood tests.
Recognize their role
Granulocytes are essential for immune function and are often studied in immunology
Learning about granulocyte types can enhance your understanding of diseases.
Association with immunity
Granulocytes are directly linked to the body's defense mechanisms
Increased levels of granulocytes may indicate infection or inflammation.
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