leukopenia

/luːkəˈpiːniə/ or /luːkəˈpiːnɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition characterized by a low white blood cell count, often as a side effect of chemotherapy or certain medications.

“The doctor warned her that the treatment for cancer could lead to leukopenia, making her more susceptible to infections.”

Synonyms

  • agranulocytosis
  • leukocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • leukopenic

Antonyms

  • leukemoid reaction
  • leukocytosis