General Anatomy · Haematological System · Medium

Erythrocyte

Meaning: A red blood cell, containing haemoglobin and carrying oxygen from the lungs to the tissues.

In practice: The erythrocyte sedimentation rate was raised, suggesting an inflammatory condition.

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