1. relating to or characterized by abnormally large red blood cells
Usage: medical

Examples

• The blood test revealed macrocytic anemia in the patient.
• Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause macrocytic red blood cells.
• The doctor ordered additional tests to determine the cause of the macrocytic changes.
• Macrocytic anemia is often associated with folate deficiency.
• The laboratory report showed macrocytic cells with increased mean corpuscular volume.
• Treatment of the underlying condition resolved the macrocytic anemia.