Cytopenia
Pronunciation: /ˈsaɪˈtiˈoʊpənˈiə/
Cytopenia (noun)
- A condition where the body has too few blood cells, which can weaken the immune system or reduce oxygen delivery.
- A general term for reduced numbers of one or more kinds of blood cells, such as red cells, white cells, or platelets.
Examples
- Cytopenia means low blood cells in the body.
- Low blood cells can cause fatigue when cytopenia is present.