Leucocyte
noun
A leucocyte is a type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system and helps the body fight infections.
The body produces more leucocytes when fighting an infection.
Usage tips
Neutral
white blood cells, immune response, blood cells
noun
A component of blood that helps protect the body against pathogens and foreign invaders.
In blood tests, high levels of leucocytes can suggest an ongoing infection.
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Formal
pathogen defense, infection response, blood work
noun
A leucocyte is a type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system and helps the body fight infections.
The body produces more leucocytes when fighting an infection.
Usage tips
Neutral
white blood cells, immune response, blood cells
noun
A component of blood that helps protect the body against pathogens and foreign invaders.
In blood tests, high levels of leucocytes can suggest an ongoing infection.
Usage tips
Formal
pathogen defense, infection response, blood work
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Healthcare
Leucocytes are vital for understanding human health
Increased leucocyte count can indicate infection.
Pro Tip 2/3Biology
Leucocytes have various types
Understanding different leucocyte types is important in diagnosing diseases.
Pro Tip 3/3Medical Terminology
Using the term leucocyte appropriately enhances communication
In medical writing, ensure clarity when referring to leucocytes.
Pro Tip 1/3Healthcare
Leucocytes are vital for understanding human health
Increased leucocyte count can indicate infection.
Pro Tip 2/3Biology
Leucocytes have various types
Understanding different leucocyte types is important in diagnosing diseases.
Pro Tip 3/3Medical Terminology
Using the term leucocyte appropriately enhances communication
In medical writing, ensure clarity when referring to leucocytes.
Pro Tip 1/3Healthcare
Leucocytes are vital for understanding human health
Increased leucocyte count can indicate infection.
Pro Tip 2/3Biology
Leucocytes have various types
Understanding different leucocyte types is important in diagnosing diseases.
Pro Tip 3/3Medical Terminology
Using the term leucocyte appropriately enhances communication
In medical writing, ensure clarity when referring to leucocytes.
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