1. the breakdown of red blood cells, releasing hemoglobin into the surrounding fluid
Usage: medical

1. present participle of lake: to cause red blood cells to break down and release hemoglobin
Usage: medical

Examples

• The laboratory technician observed laking in the blood sample.
• Improper storage can cause laking of red blood cells.
• The researcher was laking the cells for the hemoglobin study.
• Laking occurs when red blood cells are exposed to hypotonic solutions.
• The medical student learned about laking during hematology class.