Have you recently received a Complete Blood Count (CBC) report and found yourself staring at terms like RBC, WBC, Hemoglobin, Platelets, MCV, MCH, and Hematocrit, wondering what they actually mean? You’re not alone. A CBC report is one of the most commonly performed blood tests, yet it often leaves patients confused because of its medical […]
Tag Archives: Bone marrow disorders
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Jul
Jul
Transfusion therapy for blood is among the most commonly used and life-saving procedures in medicine all over the world. It aids in the replacement of blood or certain parts of the blood that your body lost because of injuries, illness or surgery or blood diseases. Every every day, thousands of people receive blood transfusions to improve their […]
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Jun
Jun
Thrombocytosis is a blood disorder in which the body produces an abnormally high number of platelets. Platelets are essential blood cells that help stop bleeding by forming clots. However, when platelet levels become too high, they may increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, heart attack, and other complications. Thrombocytosis may occur as a temporary […]
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Jun
Jun
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL) is a slow-growing type of blood cancer that affects the lymphocytes, which are a type of white blood cell responsible for protecting the body from infections. In Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia, the bone marrow produces abnormal lymphocytes that do not function properly. These unhealthy cells multiply over time and accumulate in the […]
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Jun
Jun
Blood is among the most vital components in the body of a human. It transports oxygen, eliminates debris, fights infection and aids in healing wounds. When the levels of blood cells change and the body begins to show various signs of warning. Most people do not notice these signs in the beginning because they seem common or even […]
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May
May
Many people use the terms blood cancer and leukemia interchangeably. However, understanding the distinction between these conditions is important for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. While leukemia is a type of blood cancer, not all blood cancers are leukemia. Blood cancers include a group of cancers that affect the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system, […]
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Feb
Feb
Vitamin B12 is a vital vitamin that is required to form red blood cells as well as nerve function and DNA production. Insufficient levels of Vitamin B12 is commonly associated with weakness, fatigue, anemia, numbness, or memory issues. Most of the time the deficiency can be traced to poor nutrition or malabsorption or digestive problems. In certain circumstances […]