plasmapheresis
Cancer
(PLAZ-muh-feh-REE-sis) 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.
(PLAZ-muh-feh-REE-sis) 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.