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What is Hodgkin and Reed-Sternberg cell?

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑʤkɪn ənd rid ˈstərnbərg sɛl/

Hodgkin and Reed-Sternberg cell

Definition

A type of cell that appears in people with Hodgkin disease. The number of these cells increases as the disease advances. Also called Reed-Sternberg cell.