Hairy Cell Leukemia

Hairy Cell Leukemia

Introduction Hairy cell leukemia (HCL) is a rare chronic B-cell lymphoproliferative disorder characterized by the accumulation of mature B lymphocytes with characteristic “hairy” cytoplasmic projections in the bone marrow, spleen, and liver. These abnormal...
Rh Blood Group System

Rh Blood Group System

Introduction The Rh blood group system, second only to ABO in importance, classifies people based on antigens on their red blood cells. The most crucial antigen in this group is, RhD, which commonly determines the Rh positive or Rh negative blood type. If a person is...
Phlebotomy Procedure: Best Practices & Venipuncture

Phlebotomy Procedure: Best Practices & Venipuncture

Disclaimer: This article provides a general overview of the phlebotomy procedure. It is not intended as a substitute for proper phlebotomy training. All staff performing phlebotomy must undergo comprehensive training and certification to ensure patient safety and...
Severe Malarial Anemia

Severe Malarial Anemia

Introduction Severe malarial anemia is a life-threatening complication of malaria characterized by a dangerously low red blood cell count. Malaria poses a significant global health threat, infecting millions of individuals annually. The World Malaria Report 2015...