by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 31, 2023 | Lab Protocols, Transfusion Medicine
Procedure At a Glance The Direct Antiglobulin Test or also known as DAT is the cornerstone laboratory test for diagnosing autoimmune hemolytic anemia, drug-induced immune hemolytic anemia, hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn, and hemolytic transfusion reactions...
by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 30, 2023 | Hemostasis Disorders
Key Takeaways Primary hemostasis is the body’s rapid first response to a damaged blood vessel, forming a temporary platelet plug within minutes to stop bleeding before the coagulation cascade takes over. The Steps in Primary Hemostasis ▾: The four steps...
by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 27, 2023 | Hemostasis Disorders
Key Takeaways VTE is an umbrella term covering deep vein thrombosis (DVT), where a clot forms in a deep vein (usually in the leg or pelvis), and pulmonary embolism (PE), where a clot travels to the lungs. PE can be fatal without prompt treatment [1]. Virchow’s...
by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 22, 2023 | Hemostasis Disorders
Key Takeaways Arterial thrombosis is a blood clot that forms inside an artery, blocking oxygen-rich blood from reaching organs like the heart, brain, or limbs. Risk factors ▾: The three drivers of clot formation are endothelial injury, blood flow disturbance,...
by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 21, 2023 | Lab Protocols, Transfusion Medicine
Procedure At A Glance Rh typing is a serologic test that determines whether red blood cells carry the RhD antigen, and in extended panels, the C, c, E, and e antigens. It is essential for safe transfusion and for preventing hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn...
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