leucocytic

/luːkɒˈsaɪtɪk/ (LOO-koh-SYT-ik)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by white blood cells, especially leukocytes

“The leucocytic response to the infection was rapid and effective.”

2. adjective

containing or characterized by leukocytes

“The leucocytic count in the patient’s blood was elevated.”

Synonyms

  • leukocytic
  • leukopenic
  • white-blooded

Antonyms

  • anemic
  • leukopenic