leukosis

/luːkˈoʊsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A disease, especially a cancer of the blood-forming organs, characterized by an abnormal proliferation of white blood cells.

“The patient was diagnosed with acute leukosis and required immediate treatment.”

2. noun

A condition in which there is an excessive production of white blood cells.

“The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with a rare form of leukosis.”

Synonyms

  • leukemia
  • leukemia syndrome

Antonyms

  • leukopenia
  • white cell deficiency