Red Blood Cells

Acute Intermittent Porphyria – AIP

Acute Intermittent Porphyria (AIP): The “Great Imitator” with no skin signs but high stakes. A guide to neurovisceral crises, the 5 Ps, and urinary PBG screening.

Microangiopathic Hemolytic Anemia (MAHA)

Microangiopathic hemolytic anemia (MAHA) is a syndrome where red cells are sheared in small vessels, causing anemia and low platelets. Key feature: schistocytes.

Pancytopenia

Pancytopenia is a condition where a person has a low count of all three types of blood cells: red, white, and platelets.

Lead Poisoning

Lead poisoning is preventable. Learn about risks in homes, water, and toys. Find out how to test and reduce exposure.  

Paroxysmal Cold Hemoglobinuria

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.

Evans Syndrome

Evans Syndrome

Evans syndrome: Rare autoimmune disorder causing low red blood cells & platelets (AIHA & ITP). Can lead to fatigue, bruising, and bleeding.

Alpha Thalassemia

Alpha Thalassemia

Alpha thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that causes less alpha globin production, leading to less hemoglobin formation thus resulting in anemia.

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