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rouleau /rou·leau/ (roo-lo´) pl. rouleaux´ [Fr.] an abnormal group of red blood cells adhering together like a roll of coins. rouleaux [ro̅o̅lō′] sing. rouleau Etymology: Fr, cylinder an aggregation of red cells in a roll formation that may be caused by abnormal proteins, as in multiple myeloma or macroglobulinemia, but is most often a microscopic artifact. Compare hemagglutination. See also erythrocyte sedimentation rate. rouleau pl. rouleaux [Fr.] a roll of red blood cells resembling a pile of coins. rouleau formation occurs when there is increased fibrinogen concentration or other changes in plasma proteins. It will disappear when blood is diluted with saline. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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