rouleaux

/ruːˈloʊ/ or /ruːˈlɒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A cylindrical or oval-shaped mass of red blood cells, often seen in the peripheral blood smear, which can be a normal finding or an indication of various medical conditions.

“The doctor noticed rouleaux formations in the patient’s blood and suggested further investigation.”

Synonyms

  • cylinders
  • oval masses

Antonyms

  • dispersed cells