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Reticulocyte

Noun (Anatomy):

A reticulocyte is an immature red blood cell with a mesh-like appearance.

Example Sentence:

After the patient's blood transfusion, the reticulocyte count in the blood sample increased, indicating the production of new red blood cells.

Noun (Medicine):

In medicine, a reticulocyte refers to an immature red blood cell that is released into the bloodstream.

Example Sentence:

The doctor advised the reticulocyte count test to evaluate the patient's bone marrow function.

Adjective:

When used as an adjective, reticulocyte describes something related to or characteristic of reticulocytes.

Example Sentence:

The reticulocyte production index provides information about the rate of new red blood cell formation.

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