crenation

/ˈkrɛnɪˌneɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The process of breaking up or disintegrating, especially of red blood cells.

“The doctor examined the patient’s blood sample to check for signs of crenation.”

2. noun

A cell that has undergone crenation.

“The microscope revealed a crenated red blood cell under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • disintegration
  • hemolysis

Antonyms

  • coagulation
  • solidification