1. an abnormally small red blood cell
Usage: medical

Examples

• The blood test revealed the presence of microcytes in the patient’s sample.
• Iron deficiency anemia often causes the formation of microcytes.
• The laboratory technician counted the microcytes under the microscope.
• Microcytes are typically smaller than normal red blood cells.
• The doctor explained that microcytes can indicate certain nutritional deficiencies.
• Thalassemia is one condition that can lead to microcyte production.