lymphocytes
[/ˈlɪmfəˌsaɪts/]
nounfemininepl: linfócitos
linfócitos
1. A type of white blood cell that is part of the immune system, responsible for fighting infections and diseases
The doctor ordered a blood test to check the patient's lymphocyte count.
O médico solicitou um exame de sangue para verificar a contagem de linfócitos do paciente.
2. Cells that originate from bone marrow and play a crucial role in adaptive immunity
Lymphocytes include T cells and B cells, which are essential for immune response.
Os linfócitos incluem células T e células B, que são essenciais para a resposta imunológica.
3. Small circulating cells found in lymphoid tissues and blood that help protect the body against pathogens
A low lymphocyte count may indicate a compromised immune system.
Uma contagem baixa de linfócitos pode indicar um sistema imunológico comprometido.
Lymphocytes are a fundamental concept in medical education and healthcare across both Brazilian and American medical systems. The term is identical in Portuguese and English medical terminology, reflecting the international standardization of medical vocabulary. Blood tests measuring lymphocyte counts are common diagnostic tools in both countries for assessing immune system health.
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