by MH Team | Feb 22, 2025 | Platelet Disorders
TL;DR Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia is an immune-mediated reaction to heparin that causes thrombocytopenia and an increased risk of thrombosis. Types ▾: Type I: Non-immune, transient, mild thrombocytopenia. Type II: Immune-mediated, potentially serious, associated...
by MH Team | Feb 19, 2025 | Platelet Disorders
TL;DR Thrombophilia is an abnormal predisposition to thrombosis (blood clotting) due to abnormalities in the coagulation system. Inherited Causes ▾: Factor V Leiden, Prothrombin gene mutation, deficiencies of Antithrombin, Protein C, or Protein S. Acquired Causes ▾:...
by MH Team | Feb 15, 2025 | Platelet Disorders
TL;DR Catastrophic Antiphospholipid Syndrome (CAPS) is a rare but life-threatening variant of Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS). It’s thought to arise from a combination of existing APS (aPL), a precipitating event (like infection or surgery), and an amplifying...
by MH Team | Feb 6, 2025 | Platelet Disorders
TL;DR Antiphospholipid syndrome is an autoimmune disorder where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells, specifically phospholipids, which are important for blood clotting. This can lead to blood clots and pregnancy problems. Types ▾:...
by MH Team | Jan 31, 2025 | Red Blood Cells, Tests
Homocysteine is an amino acid naturally produced in the body. It’s broken down with the help of B vitamins. If your body doesn’t have enough of these vitamins, homocysteine levels can rise. Elevated homocysteine levels (hyperhomocysteinemia) are associated...
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