hematozoal
/hɛmætəˈzoʊəl/Definitions
1. adjective
relating to or caused by an organism that lives in red blood cells.
“The hematozoal parasite was found in the blood sample, indicating a severe infection.”
2. noun
an organism that lives in red blood cells, especially a protozoan.
“The hematozoal parasites were identified as a new species, causing concern among scientists.”