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band cell

n. A cell undergoing granulopoiesis, derived from a metamyelocyte, and leading to a mature granulocyte; it is characterized by having a nucleus that is curved but not lobar.

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Band cell

A band cell (also called band neutrophil or stab cell) is a cell undergoing granulopoiesis, derived from a metamyelocyte, and leading to a mature granulocyte.

It is characterized by having a nucleus which is curved, but not lobar.

The term "band cell" implies a granulocytic lineage (e.g. neutrophils).

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Keeping one eye on Khan's progress, he flipped open his tri-band cell phone, punched in an overseas number.