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 …
Iron deficiency anaemia
Category: Medical Hematology
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 …
Determination of Total Leukocyte Count
AIM: Determination of Total Leukocyte Count (TLC) Principle The glacial acetic acid lyses the red cells while the gentian violet slightly stains the nuclei of the leukocytes. The blood specimen Read More …