karyocyte

/kɑːriːˈɒsɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mature red blood cell containing hemoglobin, which is responsible for transporting oxygen around the body.

“The patient’s karyocytes were found to be abnormal due to the genetic disorder.”

2. noun

A mature erythrocyte, especially one in the circulation of the blood.

“The karyocyte’s membrane was damaged due to the disease.”

Synonyms

  • erythrocyte
  • red blood cell

Antonyms

  • white blood cell