Definition of "haemolysis" []

• Alternative spelling of hemolysis. (noun)

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• "The erythrocytes in this volume of blood will soon be destroyed by haemolysis, but this provides about 50 mg of iron to the infant’s reserve and reduces the frequency of iron-deficiency anaemia later in infancy (Michaelsen et al 1995, Pisacane 1996)."
• "In case of intolerance to thiacetazone: skin reactions, haematological disorders, signs of haemolysis, reduction of polynuclear cells or cerebral oedema, stop treatment and refer to a doctor, even if reaction is only moderate."
• "There are three mechanisms: impaired RBC production, RBC loss from bleeding, and increased RBC destruction (haemolysis)."