by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 27, 2023 | Hemostasis Disorders
Key Takeaways Venous thromboembolism or also known as 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...
by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 22, 2023 | Hemostasis Disorders
Key Takeaways 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...
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...
by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 20, 2023 | Lab Protocols, White Blood Cells
Procedure At A Glance IHC (immunohistochemistry) is a tissue-staining technique that uses antibodies to detect specific proteins in fixed tissue sections, making it a cornerstone of modern hematopathology [1]. Total time: approximately 4–6 hours, excluding...
by MyH Editorial Team | Dec 19, 2023 | Hemostasis Disorders, Lab Protocols
Procedure-at-a-Glance The platelet aggregation test is a laboratory study that measures how well platelets clump together in response to chemical triggers, helping clinicians diagnose inherited and acquired platelet function disorders. Processing: Spin 1 (Slow):...
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