Anemia: Types, Symptoms & Treatment

Anemia: Types, Symptoms & Treatment

Introduction Overview of Anemia Anemia is a common blood disorder characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin, leading to a reduced oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. This condition can manifest in various forms and can have significant health...
Red Blood Cells (RBCs): An Overview

Red Blood Cells (RBCs): An Overview

Introduction What are red blood cells? A red blood cell (RBC) is also known as an erythrocyte. Red blood cells are the most common type of blood cell in the human body. They are responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the tissues and carbon dioxide away from...
ABO Blood Group System

ABO Blood Group System

TL;DR ABO blood group is the most important blood group system in transfusion and organ transplantation medicine.  ABO antigens can be found on red cells, white cells, platelets and many circulating proteins. Transfusion incompatibility can cause acute...