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elliptocyte
n. (context biology English) An elliptical cell.
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Elliptocyte
Elliptocytes, also known as ovalocytes, are abnormally shaped red blood cells that appear oval or elongated.
These abnormal red blood cells are seen in the blood films of patients with blood disorders such as:
- Hereditary elliptocytosis
- Thalassemia
- Iron deficiency
- Myelophthisic anemia
- Megaloblastic anemia