Definition

A medical procedure that involves removing plasma from a person's blood and returning the other parts, like red blood cells, back to them.

Example

The doctor recommended plasmapheresis to help treat the patient's autoimmune disorder.

Conversation

Have you heard about plasmapheresis?

Yeah, isn't it a procedure where they take plasma from blood donations?

Exactly! It's interesting how the red blood cells are returned to the donor afterwards.

I know, right? It really helps those in need while keeping the donor safe.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plasmapheresis → It is formed from "plasma" (from Greek "plasma", meaning something molded or formed) and "-pheresis" (from Greek "phoresis", meaning to carry or transfer). The word describes the process of carrying or transferring plasma from the blood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'plasma' as the liquid part of blood that is 'carried' or 'transferred' during the process of plasmapheresis.

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