Platelet function disorders disrupt blood clotting, causing excessive bleeding. Inherited or acquired, these conditions can range from mild to severe.
Platelet Disorders
Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytopenia, a condition with a low platelet count, can cause easy bruising and bleeding. While it often has no symptoms, severe cases can lead to internal bleeding. It can arise from various causes, including infections, medications, or autoimmune disorders. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent complications.
Vascular Bleeding Disorders
Vascular bleeding disorders come in two forms: inherited (passed down in families) and acquired (developed throughout life due to factors like vitamin deficiencies or medications). Both cause easy bruising & abnormal bleeding.
Thrombosis: An Overview
Blood clots, called thrombosis, can form in deep veins and travel to the lungs (PE) causing serious complications. While often symptomless, watch for leg swelling, redness, and sudden shortness of breath. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent life-threatening risks.
Coagulation (Clotting) Disorders
Coagulation disorders disrupt blood clotting, causing abnormal bleeding or clotting. These can be inherited or acquired later in life due to various factors. Early diagnosis is crucial for proper management.
Platelet Function Disorders
Platelet function disorders disrupt blood clotting, causing excessive bleeding. Inherited or acquired, these conditions can range from mild to severe.
Arterial Thrombosis
Heart attacks, strokes, amputations: All linked to one silent threat. Explore the world of arterial thrombosis and learn how to prevent it.
Platelet Aggregation Test (PAT)
Platelet aggregation test: Checking how blood cells clump to form clots using different agonists.
Physiology of Hemostasis
Hemostasis is the remarkable biological process that keeps our blood flowing within the confines of our vascular network.
Platelet
From their role in wound healing to their potential for causing harm, platelets are a captivating paradox.
Manual APTT Mixing Studies
Manual APTT mixing studies involve mixing patient plasma with normal plasma or specific factor concentrates to differentiate factor deficiencies from inhibitors
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare and life-threatening blood disorder that causes blood clots to form throughout the body.
