noun
- an abnormally low number of white blood cells in the blood, often resulting in increased susceptibility to infection
Usage: medical term; also spelled leucopenia in British English
Examples
- The patient developed leukopenia as a side effect of chemotherapy.
- Leukopenia can make the body more vulnerable to bacterial and viral infections.
- Blood tests revealed leukopenia, prompting the doctor to adjust the medication dosage.
- Severe leukopenia requires careful monitoring and sometimes hospitalization.
- The drug is known to cause leukopenia in some patients, so regular blood counts are necessary.