Haemoconia
Haemoconia
Haemoconia (pronunciation: /heɪmoʊˈkoʊniə/) is a term used in medical science to refer to the minute granules of haemoglobin found floating freely in the plasma of the blood.
Etymology
The term 'Haemoconia' is derived from the Greek words 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'konis' meaning 'dust'. It was first used in the late 19th century to describe the microscopic particles observed in the blood plasma.
Description
Haemoconia are tiny, dust-like particles that are formed from the breakdown of red blood cells. They are composed primarily of haemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in the blood. These particles are typically found in the plasma, the liquid component of blood.
Haemoconia are not typically visible to the naked eye, but can be seen under a microscope. They are usually round or oval in shape, and can vary in size. The presence of haemoconia in the blood is a normal part of the body's process of breaking down and recycling red blood cells.
Related Terms
- Red blood cells: The cells in the blood that carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. They contain haemoglobin, which gives them their red color.
- Haemoglobin: A protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen. Haemoconia are composed primarily of haemoglobin.
- Plasma: The liquid component of blood, in which the blood cells and haemoconia are suspended.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Haemoconia
- Wikipedia's article - Haemoconia
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