Definition

Relating to larger than normal red blood cells, often associated with certain types of anemia.

Example

The doctor diagnosed her with macrocytic anemia after reviewing her blood test results.

Conversation

I read an article about blood tests and how they can show if someone has macrocytic anemia.

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means their red blood cells are larger than normal, which can be a sign of vitamin deficiencies.

Interesting! I had no idea that could happen.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Macrocytic → It is formed from "macro-" (from Greek "makros", meaning large) and "cytic" (from Greek "kytos", meaning cell). The word "macrocytic" refers to cells that are larger than normal, particularly in the context of blood cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'macro-' meaning large, and 'cytic' relating to cells — so macrocytic describes large cells.

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