Hemolysis

Pronunciation

Definition 1

The breakdown of red blood cells. Some diseases, medicines, and toxins may cause red blood cells to break down more quickly than usual. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

Disruption of the integrity of the erythrocyte membrane causing release of hemoglobin. (NCI Thesaurus)

Definition 3

A disorder characterized by laboratory test results that indicate widespread erythrocyte cell membrane destruction. (NCI Thesaurus/CTCAE)

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