Inheritance of Blood Group System
Introduction Inheritance of Blood Group System is determined by the presence or absence of specific antigens on the surface of red […]
Introduction Inheritance of Blood Group System is determined by the presence or absence of specific antigens on the surface of red […]
Introduction Blood banking glassware plays an important role in various stages, such as collection, processing, testing, and storage of blood and
Introduction The ABO blood group system is the most important classification used for blood transfusions, categorizing human blood into four
Introduction Anaemia is a condition where the blood does not have enough healthy red blood cells or enough haemoglobin to
Introduction Anticoagulants play a crucial role in ensuring that blood samples remain in a fluid state for testing, storage, and
Introduction Thalassemia is a group of inherited blood disorders characterised by reduced or absent production of one of the globin
Purpura Disease Purpura refers to the appearance of purple or red spots on the skin or mucous membranes caused by
Thrombocyte Disorder Thrombocyte disorders are disorders affecting platelets (thrombocytes), the blood cells primarily involved in clot formation. These disorders can
AIM: Determination of ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate) by the LANDAU Method Principles The Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) is a non-specific
Introduction Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn (HDN) is a condition that arises when there is incompatibility between the blood of
Leukaemia Leukaemia is a type of cancer originating in the hematopoietic tissues, particularly the bone marrow, leading to the overproduction
Introduction Sickle cell anemia is a serious genetic disorder of the blood where the red blood cells (RBCs) become abnormally
Introduction Pernicious anaemia is a chronic, autoimmune condition resulting in vitamin B12 deficiency. This deficiency occurs because of the inability
Introduction Aplastic anaemia is a rare and potentially life-threatening hematologic condition characterised by bone marrow failure. The bone marrow, which is responsible
Introduction Haemolytic anaemia occurs when red blood cells (RBCs) are destroyed prematurely at a rate faster than they can be
Introduction Iron deficiency anaemia occurs when the body’s iron stores are insufficient to meet the demands of red blood cell
Definition of Anaemia Anaemia is a reduction in the quantity or functionality of red blood cells (RBCs) or haemoglobin in
Introduction Blood is a vital fluid in the human body that plays a crucial role in maintaining homeostasis and supporting
AIM: Determination of Clotting Time Capillary method Principle The principle behind the capillary method is that blood, when exposed to
AIM: Determination of Bleeding Time Duke Method Principle: The Duke method is a simple test to measure the time taken
AIM: Determination of Differential Leukocyte Count (DLC) Principle The DLC is based on the microscopic examination of a blood smear
AIM: Determination of PCV (Packed Cell Volume), also known as hematocrit (HCT) Microhematocrit Method Principle The principle of the microhematocrit
AIM: Determination of Total Leukocyte Count (TLC) Principle The glacial acetic acid lyses the red cells while the gentian violet
AIM: Determination of Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) Principle The ESR is based on the principle of gravity and the aggregation
AIM: Determination of Hemoglobin Principle of Sahli’s method When blood is added to 0.1 N hydrochloric acid, hemoglobin is converted
Determination of Malaria Parasites The thick blood smear concentrates Plasmodium parasites, making them easier to detect, while the thin smear
Hematopoiesis Hematopoiesis (from Greek: haima = blood, poiesis = formation) is the complex, lifelong process of blood cell production and
Malaria diagnosis is a critical step in managing the disease, particularly in endemic areas where timely and accurate detection can
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) is a complex disorder characterized by widespread coagulation system activation, resulting in microvascular thrombi formation, consumption
Laboratory Investigations for Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) is a complex disorder characterized by widespread coagulation system activation,