Definition

A condition where there is an unusually high number of white blood cells in the blood, which can happen during infections or inflammation.

Example

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

Conversation

I read that leukocytosis can indicate an infection in the body.

Yeah, it’s interesting how the body responds like that.

I didn't know that; it makes sense though, right?

Definitely! It shows how our immune system kicks into gear.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leukocytosis → It is formed from "leuko-" (from Greek "leukos", meaning white) and "cytosis" (from Greek "kytos", meaning cell). The term refers to an increase in the number of white blood cells in the body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'white' ('leuko-') cells ('cytos') increasing in number — that's what leukocytosis means.

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