Introduction Haemolytic anaemia occurs when red blood cells (RBCs) are destroyed prematurely at a rate faster than they can be produced by the bone marrow. Normally, RBCs have a lifespan Read More …
Haemolytic anaemia
Category: Medical Hematology
Iron deficiency anaemia
Introduction Iron deficiency anaemia occurs when the body’s iron stores are insufficient to meet the demands of red blood cell (RBC) production. Iron is a critical component of haemoglobin, the Read More …
Anaemia
Definition of Anaemia Anaemia is a reduction in the quantity or functionality of red blood cells (RBCs) or haemoglobin in the blood. Haemoglobin is the protein in RBCs responsible for Read More …
Composition and Functions of Blood
Introduction Blood is a vital fluid in the human body that plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis and supporting various physiological functions. It consists of both liquid and cellular Read More …
Determination of DLC
AIM: Determination of Differential Leukocyte Count (DLC) Principle The DLC is based on the microscopic examination of a blood smear stained with specific dyes (typically Wright’s stain or Giemsa stain). Read More …