Meaning & use
Basophilia
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An abnormally high number of basophils (a type of white blood cell) in the blood, or an affinity of cells for basic dyes.
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The blood test revealed basophilia, prompting further investigation into the cause.
Under the microscope, the tissue showed marked basophilia when stained.
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A medical and histological term combining 'basophil' with the suffix '-philia,' meaning affinity or attraction.
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