hematologic
- adjective
- /ˌhɛmɪtəˈlɒdʒɪk/
- Specialized
- Major complications occurred in two patients who were pancytopenic from hematologic disorders.
- hematologic malignancies
- hematologic abnormalities
- hematologic evaluation
Examples
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The results of hematologic tests are usually unremarkable, although eosinophilia might be present.
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At least two factors favored the diagnosis of RCM in our patient: hematologic malignancy in relapse and chemotherapy.
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The patient was otherwise well; her constitutional signs were normal, and the results of routine hematologic investigations were unremarkable.
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The results of the hematologic evaluation were negative, but diagnostic carotid arteriography showed a patent left IMA.
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Adverse effects may include myocarditis, headache, confusion, rash, hematologic changes, or peripheral neuritis.
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Evaluation methods include endoscopic, microbiologic, hematologic, immunologic, and radiologic investigations.
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Naidus et al. reported their institutional experience with HZ vaccine in patients with hematologic malignancy and HSCT recipients.
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Laparoscopic splenectomy is a real alternative to conventional splenectomy for some hematologic diseases, particularly idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura and hemolytic anemia.
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The doctor reviewed the patient's hematologic profile to understand her condition better.
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His research focused on hematologic disorders and their effects on overall health.
Synonyms
Relating to blood, how the body makes it, or blood diseases
Surface Forms
Morphology
hematologic = hematology (semi-transparent) = hemato + ic
Formed from the noun 'hematology' by a standard adjectival suffix '-ic', a predictable and regular change.
Etymology
Hematologic comes from the Greek root haima meaning 'blood' and the ending -logy meaning 'study', as in biology. So, something hematologic is about blood or blood diseases and the tests and care that involve blood.