The spleen: A key organ for immunity and blood filtration. Learn about its function, location, and related health issues.
Red Blood Cells
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, a rare genetic disorder, causes bone marrow failure and increases cancer risk. Learn about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.
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
Paroxysmal Cold Hemoglobinuria
Paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria (PCH) is a rare autoimmune anemia. Cold exposure triggers red cell destruction, causing dark urine, back pain, and chills. Diagnosis relies on the Donath-Landsteiner test.
Sickle Cell Disease Test
Explore the Sickle Cell Disease Test: a vital lab protocol for detecting sickle cell disease. Learn its principle, procedure, and result interpretation.
Hemolysate Preparation for Hb Electrophoresis or Alkaline Denaturation Tests
Red blood cells lysed to release hemoglobin for Hb electrophoresis and alkaline denaturation test. Hemolysate preparation requires careful steps to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
Alpha Thalassemia
Alpha thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that causes less alpha globin production, leading to less hemoglobin formation thus resulting in anemia.
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for Hemoglobinopathies Screening
HPLC for hemoglobin subtype identification separates and quantifies different hemoglobin variants based on their unique chromatographic properties.
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) Fluorescent Spot Test (G6PD Test)
The G6PD fluorescent spot test is a rapid and simple screening method for G6PD deficiency that utilizes the enzyme’s ability to reduce NADP+ to NADPH.
Anemia: Types, Symptoms & Treatment
Anemia is a condition characterized by a deficiency in red blood cells or hemoglobin below the physiological need of the body.