Red cells

What does "Red cells" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Red cells, also known as red blood cells, are a type of cell found in our blood. They have a very important job: they carry oxygen from our lungs to the rest of our body. Then, they take carbon dioxide, a waste product, back to our lungs so we can breathe it out. Without red cells, our body wouldn't get the oxygen it needs to function properly.

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