Reed Sternberg

Reed-Sternberg cells are a type of abnormal cell found in Hodgkin lymphoma, a specific kind of blood cancer. These cells are large and have a distinctive appearance, often characterized by a multilobed nucleus. The presence of Reed-Sternberg cells is a key diagnostic feature of Hodgkin lymphoma. They indicate that the body's immune system is reacting to an abnormal growth of lymph tissue, which can lead to symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and fever. Understanding these cells helps doctors identify and treat Hodgkin lymphoma more effectively.