Erythrocyte RBC; a nonnucleated biconcave disk approximately 7 µm in diameter, containing hemoglobin. The characteristic shape and flexible lipid membrane facilitate passage through narrow ...

NAINR. 2004;4(4):231-239. Mature erythrocytes are biconcave disks. RBCs with abnormal morphology may be removed from the circulation leading to anemia. Therefore, certain types of anemia may be ...

Red blood cells for example, have no nucleus, so they can hold more oxygen. They're also biconcave or disc-shaped to absorb oxygen more quickly and rounded to flow easily through tiny capillaries.

Red blood cells are a biconcave shape, have no nucleus, and contain haemoglobin to carry oxygen around the body. Cells with a similar function are grouped together in tissues. A collection of ...

Healthy fresh red blood cells have a distinctive biconcave – or dumbbell – shape for efficient oxygen release. During refrigerated storage, red cells become energetically stressed and more ...