Definition for Red blood cell

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1) A cell that serves the critical function of transporting oxygen throughout the body; also known as an erythrocyte.

2) RBCs are small (7 um) cells lacking a nucleus. They stain red with eosin and due to their concave shape have a lighter staining center.

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