lymphocyte (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈlɪmfəʊsaɪt/
Definition
A type of white blood cell that plays a large role in the immune system, producing antibodies and helping to fight disease.
Examples
A blood test revealed a high count of lymphocytes, indicating a possible viral infection.
T-lymphocytes and B-lymphocytes are two main types of these crucial immune cells.
The doctor explained that lymphocytes are the body's natural defense against foreign invaders.
How to Use lymphocyte
- lymphocyte count (collocation)
- The number of lymphocytes in a given volume of blood. — "The patient's lymphocyte count was significantly elevated."
- T-lymphocyte (collocation)
- A type of lymphocyte that matures in the thymus and plays a role in cell-mediated immunity. — "T-lymphocytes are crucial for recognizing and destroying infected cells."
- B-lymphocyte (collocation)
- A type of lymphocyte that produces antibodies. — "When a B-lymphocyte encounters its specific antigen, it differentiates into a plasma cell."
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