Definition

The process by which leukaemia develops in the body.

Example

Researchers are studying leukaemogenesis to find better treatments for blood cancers.

Conversation

I read an article about leukaemogenesis and it was really interesting.

Oh really? What did it say about it?

It explained how certain factors can lead to the development of leukaemia.

That sounds important to know, especially for early detection.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leukaemogenesis → It is formed from "leuk-" (from Greek "leukos", meaning white) and "haima" (meaning blood) combined with "-genesis" (from Greek "genesis", meaning origin or creation). The term refers to the process of the origin or creation of white blood cells, which is associated with leukemia.

Memory Tip

Think of 'white' ('leukos') and 'blood' ('haima') coming together to describe the process of creating white blood cells, which is what leukaemogenesis is all about.

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