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Meaning of NK-LGL: A type of immune cell that has granules (small particles) with enzymes that can kill tumor cells or cells infected with a virus.

Definition of NK-LGL

A type of immune cell that has granules (small particles) with enzymes that can kill tumor cells or cells infected with a virus. An NK-LGL is a type of white blood cell. Also called natural killer cell and NK cell.

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