Any type of cell that is normally in the bloodstream.
Related definitions
- pancytopeniaWhen the levels of all blood cells and platelets in the blood are lower than normal.
- monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significanceA condition where some blood cells (plasma cells) make abnormal proteins. It can sometimes lead to other diseases.
- haematopoietic stem cellsA young blood cell found in the blood and bone marrow that can develop into all types of blood cells. Including white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Also called blood stem cell.
- haemopoiesisThe formation of new blood cells.
- haemoglobinA protein inside red blood cells that carries oxygen around the body.