Hemolysis
Pronunciation: /ˈhimoʊˈɫaɪsɪs/
Hemolysis (noun)
- The breaking open of red blood cells, releasing their contents into blood or body fluid.
- A lab result where blood cells have broken during collection or processing, affecting test accuracy.
Examples
- Hemolysis happens when red cells break too quickly.
- The doctor explained that hemolysis can damage red cells.