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haemolysis

 

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Noun haemolysis has 1 sense
  1. hemolysis, haemolysis, hematolysis, haematolysis - lysis of erythrocytes with the release of hemoglobin
    --1 is a kind of lysis

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Haemolysis

Description:

Haemolysis refers to the destruction or breakdown of red blood cells, leading to the release of hemoglobin into the surrounding fluid, such as in the bloodstream or other body tissues.

Senses:

1. Noun - Biological

The process of haemolysis occurring naturally or induced by external factors like certain diseases, toxins, or medical procedures.

Example sentence: The patient's test results indicated excessive haemolysis, suggesting a possible underlying condition.

2. Noun - Laboratory

A laboratory technique or test used to analyze the rupture or dissolution of red blood cells, often used in medical diagnosis or research studies.

Example sentence: The haemolysis test revealed a higher than normal rate of red blood cell destruction, indicating a potential blood disorder.

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