White Blood Cells
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (Histiocytosis X)
From ‘Histiocytosis X’ to modern myeloid neoplasm: a high-yield guide to Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management for medical students.
Plasma Cell
The plasma cell is the terminal B-lymphocyte, the immune system’s antibody factory for mass Ig secretion, recognized by its eccentric nucleus.
Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
MGUS is an asymptomatic clonal disorder. It is the precursor to Multiple Myeloma, requiring only active surveillance and risk monitoring.
Smoldering Multiple Myeloma (SMM)
Smoldering Multiple Myeloma (SMM) is an asymptomatic precursor to MM, defined by high clonal plasma cell burden and M-protein without MDEs. Risk stratification is key.
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia or ALL
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) is a cancer of immature white blood cells. Learn its cause, symptoms, and modern treatment, including CAR T-cell therapy.
Chediak-Higashi Syndrome
Chediak-Higashi syndrome (CHS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by oculocutaneous albinism, immune deficiency, and neurological decline.
Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)
Learn about Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL) and its diagnosis, treatment with R-CHOP, and management of relapsed disease.