Red Blood Cells

Homocysteine & Hyperhomocysteinemia

Homocysteine is an amino acid linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Elevated levels can be influenced by genetics, diet, and lifestyle.

Vitamin B12 Test: The Essentials

Feeling tired? Check your vitamin B12 levels with a simple blood test. Order your test online today and boost your energy!

Essentials of Folate Blood Test

A folate blood test measures the amount of folate in your blood. Folate is crucial for pregnancy health and overall well-being. Schedule your test today.

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.

Severe Malarial Anemia

Malaria, a mosquito-borne illness, can cause severe anemia (low red blood cells) leading to weakness & fatigue. While most malaria cases are mild, severe anemia requires prompt medical attention.

Erythropoietin

Erythropoietin

Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production. It plays a crucial role in oxygen transport and is used to treat anemia in various conditions like kidney disease and cancer.

Fanconi Anemia

Fanconi Anemia

Fanconi anemia, a rare genetic disorder, causes bone marrow failure and increases cancer risk. Learn about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Fanconi Anemia

Fanconi Anemia

Fanconi anemia, a rare genetic disorder, causes bone marrow failure and increases cancer risk. Learn about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Abnormal Red Blood Cell (RBC) Morphology

Abnormal Red Blood Cell (RBC) Morphology

Red blood cell (RBC) shapes and sizes offer clues to health! Normal RBCs are round and disc-shaped, but abnormal shapes like sickle or teardrop forms can indicate underlying conditions like anemia. Let’s explore what these variations mean!