by MH Team | Mar 10, 2025 | White Blood Cells
Key Takeaways Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM) is a rare, slow-growing B-cell lymphoma characterized by the overproduction of IgM monoclonal immunoglobulin by lymphoplasmacytic lymphoma (LPL) cells. Pathophysiology ▾: Primarily driven by the MYD88 L265P...
by MH Team | Mar 8, 2025 | Platelet Disorders
Key Takeaways Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a blockage in lung arteries, usually from a DVT. Risk factors involve Virchow’s triad ▾: hypercoagulability, venous stasis, endothelial injury. Pathophysiology ▾: Increased pulmonary resistance, right heart...
by MH Team | Mar 5, 2025 | Tests
Have you ever felt inexplicably fatigued, experienced a sudden shortness of breath, or simply sensed that something wasn’t quite right? These subtle cues could be indicators of your blood oxygen saturation levels. Many people are unaware that their body’s...
by MH Team | Mar 3, 2025 | Platelet Disorders
Key Takeaways Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is the narrowing of arteries outside the heart, primarily in the legs, due to atherosclerosis. Cause ▾: Atherosclerosis (plaque buildup) is the main cause. Symptoms ▾: Intermittent claudication (leg pain with...
by MH Team | Feb 28, 2025 | Tests, Transfusion Medicine
Your blood type, determined by the presence or absence of specific antigens on red blood cells (ABO and Rh systems), is crucial for safe blood transfusions and can reveal insights into your health and genetic heritage. You can discover your blood type through various...
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