noun
- a type of white blood cell that helps the body fight infection and disease
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor ordered a blood test to check her lymphocyte count.
- Lymphocytes are produced in the bone marrow and lymph nodes.
- T-cells and B-cells are two important types of lymphocytes.
- A low lymphocyte count may indicate a weakened immune system.
- The patient’s lymphocytes were attacking the transplanted organ.
- Cancer treatments can temporarily reduce lymphocyte levels.