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Megaloblast

Description:

A megaloblast is a type of abnormal cell, especially a red blood cell, that is larger than normal. It is commonly associated with certain types of anemia.

Senses:

1. Noun: In medicine, a megaloblast refers to an abnormally large red blood cell, often observed in persons with megaloblastic anemia.

2. Noun: In biology, a megaloblast can also be a large precursor cell present in the bone marrow.

Usage:

1. Medical: The doctor diagnosed the patient with megaloblasts in their blood, indicating the presence of megaloblastic anemia.

2. Biological: The differentiation of megaloblasts into mature red blood cells is a crucial step in the process of erythropoiesis.

Sample Sentences:

1. The lab results revealed an increased number of megaloblasts in the patient's blood.
2. The textbook explains the formation of megaloblasts during erythropoiesis in detail.

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