Plasmapheresis
Pronunciation: /ˈpɫæsˈmæpˈhiɹˈsɪs/
Plasmapheresis (noun)
- A medical procedure that takes blood, separates plasma, and returns the blood cells to the body.
- Used to reduce harmful substances in plasma, helping treat some immune and blood-related conditions.
Examples
- Plasmapheresis removes blood plasma from the body.
- The clinic performs plasmapheresis to remove plasma safely.