How to Pronounce "hemolysis"
word
hɪˈmɑlɪsɪs
hi-MAH-li-sis
hɪˈmɒlɪsɪs
hi-MOL-i-sis
Definition
The process where red blood cells are broken down, releasing their contents into the surrounding fluid (usually blood plasma). Often occurs due to disease, chemicals, or mechanical damage.
IPA Transcription
American English
hɪˈmɑlɪsɪs
British English
hɪˈmɒlɪsɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hi-MAH-li-sis
UK
hi-MOL-i-sis
Listen in Context
Hemolysis can happen if blood samples are not handled carefully.
Doctors test for hemolysis to diagnose certain blood diseases.
Hemolysis can cause the blood to look redder in the plasma.
After running the tests, the lab technician noticed some hemolysis in the sample.