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-penia
Commonly used in hematology to describe blood component deficiencies.
Literal Meaning
Deficiency
Actual Meaning
This means NOT ENOUGH. So "thrombocytopenia" means not enough platelets.
Examples in Context

Leukopenia refers to a deficiency in white blood cells.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Think of 'penia' as 'peniless' to remember it's about lack or deficiency.
  • 2Often seen in blood disorders like leukopenia or thrombocytopenia.
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