Definition

A condition where there is a higher than normal number of a type of white blood cell called eosinophils in the blood, often associated with allergies or parasitic infections.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with eosinophilia after reviewing her blood test results.

Conversation

I just learned about something called eosinophilia in my biology class.

Oh really? What is it exactly?

It's when there’s an increase of eosinophils in the blood, often due to allergies or infections.

That’s interesting! I had no idea that could happen.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eosinophilia is formed from "eos" (from Greek "eōs", meaning dawn or rosy) and "-philia" (from Greek "philia", meaning love or affinity). The term refers to an increased number of eosinophils, a type of white blood cell that often appears in response to allergies or infections, thus indicating a 'love' or affinity for eosinophils in the blood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eos' meaning dawn or rosy, which helps you remember that 'eosinophilia' refers to an increase in eosinophils, often associated with allergic reactions or infections.

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