Globulimeter

/ɡlɑbjəˈlɪmɪtər/ noun

Definition

An instrument for measuring the size, shape, or number of globules.

Etymology

Combines 'globule' with the Greek '-meter' (meaning measure), following the pattern of instruments like 'thermometer' and 'barometer' that measure physical properties.

Kelly Says

Early hemoglobinometers measured blood globules, helping doctors diagnose anemia by counting red blood cells—now we do this with machines, but the principle of measuring globules remains!

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