Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thrombocytopenia

Noun

/ˌθrɒmbəˌsaɪtəˈpiːniə/

Definition

Thrombocytopenia is a medical condition characterized by a low platelet count in the blood.

Examples

Patients with thrombocytopenia may notice easy bruising or prolonged bleeding from cuts.
The doctor monitored the patient for signs of complications related to thrombocytopenia.

Meaning

This condition can lead to increased bleeding and difficulty in clotting blood due to the insufficient number of platelets, which are essential for normal blood clotting processes.