Faggot cell
Faggot cell
Faggot cell (/ˈfæɡət sɛl/), also known as Askanazy/ Sternberg cell, is a term used in Pathology to describe a specific type of cell found in certain diseases and conditions. The term is derived from the Old English word 'fagot', meaning bundle, due to the characteristic appearance of these cells.
Etymology
The term 'Faggot cell' is derived from the Old English 'fagot', meaning a bundle. This is in reference to the characteristic appearance of these cells, which contain multiple nuclei bundled together. The term is also sometimes referred to as Askanazy/ Sternberg cell, named after the pathologists Maurice Askanazy and Carl Sternberg who first described them.
Characteristics
Faggot cells are characterized by their multiple, bundled nuclei. They are typically found in certain diseases and conditions, such as megakaryoblastic leukemia and myelofibrosis. In these conditions, the presence of faggot cells can be a significant diagnostic indicator.
Related Terms
- Megakaryoblastic leukemia: A type of leukemia in which faggot cells are often found.
- Myelofibrosis: A bone marrow disorder that can also present with faggot cells.
- Nuclei: The plural of nucleus, referring to the central part of a cell. Faggot cells are characterized by their multiple nuclei.
- Pathology: The study of disease, including the examination of cells such as the faggot cell.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Faggot cell
- Wikipedia's article - Faggot cell
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