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Acanthocyte

Definition: Acanthocyte refers to an abnormal red blood cell characterized by the presence of irregularly spiculated projections on its surface.

Example Sentence 1 (Noun, Biology): The presence of acanthocytes in a blood smear can be an indicator of certain health conditions such as liver disease or abetalipoproteinemia.

Example Sentence 2 (Adjective, Medical): The patient's acanthocyte count was significantly higher than the normal range, indicating a potential blood disorder.

Example Sentence 3 (Noun, Zoology): Acanthocytes are often observed in certain fish species, particularly those residing in polluted waters.

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