by MH Team | Jun 22, 2024 | Red Blood Cells
TL;DR Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia is a condition caused by a lack of vitamin B12 in the body. Vitamin B12 is essential for various bodily functions, including DNA synthesis, red blood cell production, and nervous system health. Causes ▾: Insufficient intake (strict...
by MH Team | Jun 19, 2024 | Lab Protocols
TL;DR Vacutainers Tube Top ColorAdditiveMode of ActionClotting TimeCommonly Associated TestsRed (Plain)NoneN/A (allows natural clotting)Allow complete clotting (15-30 minutes)Chemistry panels (after serum separation)Red (Speckled)Clot activator (silica...
by MH Team | Jun 12, 2024 | Lab Protocols, Transfusion Medicine
Introduction Blood transfusions are life-saving medical procedures, but incompatible blood types can lead to severe and potentially fatal reactions. To ensure safety, we rely on a meticulous process of antibody identification, and a key tool in this process is the...
by MH Team | Jun 10, 2024 | White Blood Cells
TL;DR Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (disease) is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. It arises from lymphocytes (white blood cells) that become abnormal and grow uncontrollably. Classification ▾ Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (disease) is classified...
by MH Team | Jun 5, 2024 | Lab Protocols, Transfusion Medicine
Introduction A key component of pre-transfusion testing is antibody identification (ABID). This procedure identifies clinically significant antibodies present in the recipient’s plasma or serum that can react with antigens on donor red blood cells (RBCs). These...
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