HealthAugust 27, 2026
erythroblasts
uh-RITH-roh-blasts
Definition
Immature red blood cells that are still in the process of developing.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Greek 'erythros' meaning red and 'blastos' meaning germ or sprout, referring to the early developmental stage of these cells.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe the specific type of immature cells being infected by the malaria parasite as seen in microscopic imagery.
Two Airport Workers Die Of Malaria In Frankfurt, Germany After Mosquito Stows Away On Aircraft
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