Neonatal jaundice is a common condition in newborns causing yellowing of the skin and eyes due to excess bilirubin in the blood. It can be caused by various factors, including immature liver function and certain medical conditions. While often harmless, severe cases can lead to complications.
Red Blood Cells
Jaundice (Hyperbilirubinemia)
Jaundice, a condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and eyes, is caused by hyperbilirubinemia, an abnormally high level of bilirubin in the blood. It can be a symptom of various liver or biliary tract diseases.
Thalassemia
Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder causing reduced hemoglobin production. Symptoms include fatigue, weakness, and jaundice. Treatment involves blood transfusions, iron chelation, and bone marrow transplants.
Cold Agglutinin Disease
Cold Agglutinin Disease (CAD) is a rare autoimmune anemia. Cold-reactive antibodies destroy red blood cells, causing fatigue, cold sensitivity, and anemia.
Homocysteine Test
A homocysteine blood test measures the level of homocysteine in your blood. Elevated levels can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. This simple test can help identify potential vitamin deficiencies and guide personalized treatment plans
Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS): A rare but serious condition causing red blood cell damage, low platelets, and kidney failure. Early diagnosis is key.
CBC with Differential and Other Reference Ranges
Reference ranges like complete blood count (CBC) with differential are important because they provide a baseline for interpreting laboratory test results.
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency
G6PD deficiency is a common inherited blood disorder that can cause your red blood cells to break down when exposed to certain foods, drugs, or infections.
Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle cell anemia is a blood disorder that causes red blood cells to be sickle-shaped and less flexible. This can lead to blockages in blood vessels, pain, and organ damage.
Perls’ Prussian Blue Staining
Perls’ Prussian blue stain helps in identifying presence of iron stores in the bone marrow aspirate smear.
Leishman Stain for Peripheral Blood Smear
Leishman stain is used commonly for the identification of different cells present in the peripheral blood smear. It has acidic and basic properties.
Megaloblastic Anemia
Megaloblastic anemia is a type of anemia caused by a deficiency of vitamin B12 or folate.