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Basophilic

Definition:

Basophilic refers to the characteristic of staining with basic dyes, often used to describe certain cells or tissues that contain large amounts of basophil granules.

Examples:

Adjective:

• The basophilic granules in the cytoplasm of mast cells help in the release of histamine.
• The basophilic stain reveals the presence of basophilic cells in the tissue sample.

Noun:

• A basophil's basophilic granules contain histamine and heparin.
• Basophilic leukocytes play a role in allergic reactions.

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