spur cell
blood film showing acanthocytosis in a patient with abetalipoproteinemia
Meaning
Noun
- A pathological, irregularly spiked red blood cell without central pallor.
Related
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Origin
- The abnormal thorny projection resembles a spur used in riding.
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