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red blood cell; erythrocyte
The most abundant type of blood cell, responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. Contains hemoglobin, which gives blood its red color.
赤血球の数が少ない。
The red blood cell count is low.
赤血球は酸素を運ぶ役割がある。
Red blood cells have the role of carrying oxygen.
血液検査の結果、赤血球の数値が基準値を下回っていたので、貧血の疑いがあると言われた。
The blood test results showed that my red blood cell count was below the standard range, so I was told there might be anemia.
A compound of 赤 (red), 血 (blood), and 球 (sphere). The three main types of blood cells are frequently discussed in health and science contexts.
RELATED BLOOD CELL TYPES:
- 白血球: white blood cell — fights infection
- 血小板: platelet — aids in blood clotting
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 赤血球の数: red blood cell count
- 赤血球が減少する: red blood cells decrease
- 赤血球が増加する: red blood cells increase
- 赤血球沈降速度: erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)