What is another word for rbc?
Pronunciation: [ˌɑːbˌiːsˈiː] (IPA) 
RBC is an abbreviation of red blood cells, which is an essential component of blood. The RBC carries oxygen from the lungs to the tissue and carbon dioxide from the tissue to the lungs. Besides RBC, red blood cells are also referred to as erythrocytes, which is derived from the Greek words erythros (red) and kytos (cell). Another synonym for RBC is a "hematocyte," which is derived from the Greek word hema, meaning blood, and kytos, meaning cell. The medical term for low RBC count is anemia, and high RBC count is called polycythemia. Red blood cells are crucial for healthy blood flow, and a balanced RBC count is essential for optimal health.
