leukocyte

UK
/ˈljuːkəsaɪt/
US
/ˈlukəˌsaɪt/

Translations

leukocytenoun
leukocytes
pl
UK
/ˈljuːkəsaɪt/
US
/ˈlukəˌsaɪt/
The doctor explained that a high leukocyte count could indicate an infection.
Доктор объяснил, что высокий уровень лейкоцитов может указывать на инфекцию.
Synonyms
white blood cell
immune cell

Definitions

leukocytenoun
A type of blood cell that is part of the immune system and helps the body fight infection and other diseases; also known as a white blood cell.
The doctor explained that an increase in leukocyte count could indicate an infection.