granulocytic sarcoma

Definition of granulocytic sarcoma

granulocytic sarcoma

(GRAN-yoo-loh-SIH-tik sar-KOH-muh)
A malignant, green-colored tumor of myeloid cells (a type of immature white blood cell). This tumor is usually associated with myelogenous leukemia. Also called chloroma.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms