Mastocytosis - Glossary
Glossary
Cutaneous: Pertaining to the skin.Mast cell: A type of cell present in most body tissues that releases substances in response to an allergen, which causes symptoms such as inflammation.
Bone marrow: The inner spongy tissue of large bones where red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are made.
Hematopoesis: The forming of new blood cells.
Lymphoid: Referring to lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell. Also refers to tissue in which lymphocytes develop.
Systemic: Affecting the entire body.
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