Definition

Not causing the destruction of red blood cells.

Example

The nonhemolytic blood type is safe for transfusions.

Conversation

I heard that this new medication is nonhemolytic, which is great news for patients.

That's reassuring! It means it won't destroy red blood cells, right?

Exactly! It’s important for keeping the body healthy while treating conditions.

For sure, I hope more medicines like that come out in the future.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonhemolytic → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "hemolytic" (from Greek "haima" meaning blood and "lytic" from "lytikos" meaning capable of loosening or dissolving). The word describes something that is not capable of causing the destruction or dissolution of blood cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'hemolytic' relating to the loosening of blood. This helps you remember that 'nonhemolytic' refers to something that does not destroy blood cells.

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