Primary Hemostasis: The Platelet Plug

Primary Hemostasis: The Platelet Plug

TL;DR Primary hemostasis is the body’s rapid response to a broken blood vessel, plugging the leak before the “heavy artillery” of secondary hemostasis (coagulation cascade) kicks in.  Key Players Platelets: They adhere to the injured vessel...
Venous Thrombosis (VTE)

Venous Thrombosis (VTE)

TL;DR Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition where a blood clot (thrombosis) forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg (deep vein thrombosis) or pelvis, and can travel to the lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism. This is a serious condition that can be...
Arterial Thrombosis

Arterial Thrombosis

TL;DR Arterial thrombosis forms when a clot blocks an artery, cutting off blood supply to vital organs. Risk factors ▾: Age, smoking, high cholesterol, diabetes, and others. Symptoms ▾: Sudden pain, weakness, numbness, and discoloration can signal a clot. Related...
Rh Typing using Tube Method

Rh Typing using Tube Method

Procedure At A Glance The purpose of Rh typing is to determine the presence or absence of the RhD antigen on an individual’s red blood cells to prevent transfusion reactions and hemolytic disease of the newborn (HDN). Label tubes. Add a drop of a 2-5% patient...