Target cell
WordNet
noun
(1) An abnormal red blood cell with the appearance of a dark ring surrounding a dark center; associated with anemia
(2) Any cell that has a specific receptor for an antigen or antibody or hormone or drug, or is the focus of contact by a virus or phagocyte or nerve fiber etc.
WiktionaryText
Noun
- any cell having a specific receptor for an antibody, antigen or hormone
- an abnormal red blood cell with a ringed appearance, associated with some anemias