Definition

The process in which red blood cells are destroyed, leading to the release of hemoglobin into the surrounding fluid.

Example

Hemolysis can occur in certain medical conditions, leading to anemia.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about hemolysis in biology class?

Yeah, I remember it being about red blood cells breaking down.

Exactly! It’s fascinating how it releases hemoglobin too.

For sure, it really shows how complex our bodies are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hemolysis → It is formed from "hemo-" (from Greek "haima", meaning blood) and "-lysis" (from Greek "lysis", meaning to loosen or break down). The word describes the process of breaking down or loosening blood cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'blood' ('hemo-') being 'broken down' ('-lysis') — that's what hemolysis means.

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