hyut3 kau4血球
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Definition
Blood cell; including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
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How it's used
While 血球 is a common term in medical contexts, it is often used as a shorthand for specific types of cells like 紅血球 or 白血球. In casual conversation, people might refer to their blood test results by mentioning these specific counts rather than using the general term.
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The doctor says my blood cell count is a bit low.
How do white blood cells protect the body?
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