"Poikilocytosis" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Poikilocytosis is a term used in medicine, particularly in hematology, to describe a condition where there is a variation or irregularity in the shape of red blood cells (erythrocytes) in the blood. "Poikilo-" means "irregular" or "variegated" and "-cytosis" means the condition of the cells. In poikilocytosis, the red blood cells may vary in shape, size, or appearance, which can be due to various factors such as anemia, infections, or other medical conditions.This can be seen in different types of anemia, such as normocytic anemia (when the cells are of normal size but irregular shape) or microcytic anemia (when the cells are smaller than normal).
Poikilitic refers to the condition or structure of a mineral or rock in which a number of distinct minerals or mineral aggregates are present in distinct areas or bands, often in a repeating pattern. It is often the result of a rock undergoing multiple stages of crystallization under different conditions.
A poikilocyte is a red blood cell (erythrocyte) that is irregular in shape. The term comes from the Greek words "poikilos," meaning "many-faceted" or "of mixed color," and the suffix "-cyte."
Poikilocytic refers to a shape that is variable or irregular, particularly in reference to red blood cells. It describes the shape of red blood cells that are irregular in shape, having a certain degree of abnormality or variability, as seen under a microscope.
Poikiloderma is a medical condition characterized by skin discoloration and mottled pigmentation, giving the appearance of mottled or speckled skin. It is often associated with sun damage, and can be seen in people with chronic sun exposure, although it can also be a manifestation of certain systemic disorders such as autoimmune diseases, aging, or immunosuppression.
Descriptive of or relating to environments or organisms that experience a wide range of humidity levels, particularly those that are exposed to both wet and dry conditions.
Polymorphic or multiform, characterized by diversity of form; running in various, diverse forms; multiform (Antisthenes, circa 430 BCE; Ainus of Gadara III, circa 270 CE, in Augustine De Civitate Dei; English cognate: 'polymorphic').
An animal that maintains its body temperature by regulating its activity and behavior to match the temperature of its environment. This means that its metabolism changes according to its environment, and it is unable to maintain a constant internal body temperature.
Poikilothermic refers to a type of temperature regulation in animals where their metabolic rate is consistently low and varies with the ambient temperature. Essentially, poikilothermic animals, such as reptiles and amphibians, cannot regulate their internal body temperature independently of the external temperature, often being ectothermic or cold-blooded.
Poikilothermism is a term used in biology to describe organisms that have a variable body temperature that is influenced by the environment. These organisms are also known as "cold-blooded" animals, as their body temperature changes with the temperature of their surroundings. Examples of poikilotherms include reptiles, amphibians, and fish.