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leukocyte

/luːˈkɒsɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does leukocyte mean?

noun

A white blood cell that plays a major role in the immune system, particularly in defending against infections and foreign substances.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's leukocyte count to determine the severity of the infection."

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