Basophilia
Basophilia
Basophilia (pronounced: ba·so·phil·ia, /ˌbæsəˈfɪliə/) is a medical condition characterized by an excessive number of basophils, a type of white blood cell, in the blood.
Etymology
The term "Basophilia" is derived from the Greek words "basis" which means "base" and "philos" which means "loving". This is in reference to the basophil's affinity for basic (alkaline) stains.
Definition
Basophilia is a condition that is often associated with certain types of leukemia, allergies, and hypothyroidism. It is typically diagnosed through a complete blood count (CBC) test, which measures the number of each type of blood cell in a sample of a person's blood.
Symptoms
Symptoms of basophilia can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, common symptoms can include fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and inflammation.
Treatment
Treatment for basophilia typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This can include medication to treat leukemia or allergies, or hormone replacement therapy for hypothyroidism.
Related Terms
- Basophil
- Leukemia
- Allergies
- Hypothyroidism
- Complete blood count
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Shortness of breath
- Inflammation
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Basophilia
- Wikipedia's article - Basophilia
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