acanthocyte

[US]/əˈkænθəsaɪt/
[UK]/əˈkænθəsaɪt/

Translation

n.An abnormal red blood cell with irregular, thorny projections or spikes on its surface, commonly associated with certain liver diseases and metabolic disorders.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

acanthocyte count

acanthocytes present

increased acanthocytes

acanthocyte morphology

acanthocyte percentage

rare acanthocytes

numerous acanthocytes

peripheral acanthocytes

acanthocyte shape

acanthocyte formation

Example Sentences

the peripheral blood smear revealed numerous acanthocytes, indicating possible liver disease.

laboratory analysis showed an elevated acanthocyte count in the patient's sample.

acanthocyte morphology is characterized by irregular, spiny projections on the cell surface.

the presence of acanthocytes suggests a diagnosis of abetalipoproteinemia.

clinicians monitor acanthocyte percentage to assess disease progression.

the laboratory technician identified acanthocytes during routine microscopic examination.

acanthocyte formation can be triggered by cholesterol metabolism disorders.

advanced microscopy revealed subtle acanthocyte abnormalities in the sample.

the research team correlated acanthocyte levels with neurological symptoms.

treatment protocols aim to reduce acanthocyte production in affected patients.

genetic testing confirmed the link between the mutation and acanthocyte development.

hematologists frequently encounter acanthocytes in patients with mcardle disease.

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