haemolysis

/hɛməˈlɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the breaking down or destruction of red blood cells, often due to disease or injury.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with haemolysis caused by a rare genetic disorder.”

Synonyms

  • hemolysis
  • red cell destruction

Antonyms

  • haemopoiesis
  • red blood cell production