leukopenic

/luːkəˈpɛnɪk/; /luːkəˈpiːnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by leukopenia, a decrease in the number of white blood cells in the blood.

“The patient’s leukopenic condition made her more susceptible to infections.”

2. noun

a condition characterized by leukopenia.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with leukopenia, also known as leukopenic disease.”

Synonyms

  • leukocytic
  • leukopenia
  • leukopenic

Antonyms

  • leukocytic
  • leukocytopenic
  • leukocytosis