An abnormal blood test result can raise many questions, especially when it mentions M protein, monoclonal protein, or abnormal antibodies. One of the conditions associated with these findings is Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS). Many patients worry that detecting an abnormal protein automatically means they have blood cancer. However, MGUS is not cancer, and […]
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If you’ve been taking iron tablets for weeks or even months but your hemoglobin (Hb) levels remain low, it can be frustrating and confusing. Many people assume that iron deficiency is the only reason for anemia, but that’s not always the case. While iron supplements help many patients, low hemoglobin can persist due to several […]
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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 […]
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Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD) is a rare inherited immune system disorder that affects the body’s ability to fight certain bacterial and fungal infections. In people with Chronic Granulomatous Disease, specific white blood cells called phagocytes are unable to destroy harmful germs effectively. As a result, patients experience repeated infections and inflammation in different parts of […]