English Explanatory Dictionary

spur cell

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A pathological, irregularly spiked red blood cell without central pallor.

Word forms

spur cell spur cells

Etymology

The abnormal thorny projection resembles a spur used in riding.

Synonyms

acanthocyte
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