macrocytosis
/ˌmækroʊsaɪˈtoʊsɪs/
noun
- A medical condition in which a person's red blood cells are larger than normal.
- The doctor explained that macrocytosis does not always cause symptoms, but it may indicate an underlying health issue.
- Macrocytosis is often discovered during a routine blood test.
- Drinking too much alcohol can sometimes cause macrocytosis.