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General Medical Terms

plasmapheresis

Meaning of plasmapheresis: The process of separating certain cells from the plasma in the blood by a machine; only the cells are returned to the person.

Definition of plasmapheresis

The process of separating certain cells from the plasma in the blood by a machine; only the cells are returned to the person. Plasmapheresis can be used to remove excess antibodies from the blood.

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