Lymphoblast

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006828",
  "term": "Lymphoblast",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An immature precursor cell in the lymphoid lineage, characterized by a large nucleus, prominent nucleoli, and basophilic cytoplasm. These cells differentiate into mature lymphocytes, such as T cells and B cells, which are key components of the adaptive immune system. The presence of an elevated number of lymphoblasts in the blood or bone marrow can indicate certain types of leukemia.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "leukemia",
    "lymphocyte"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1204 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/lymphoblast/"
}