Hematology
Novel Device Contributes to Positive Phlebotomy Experience
Phlebotomy is a necessary procedure that may be a source of pain, stress and anxiety for some patients. While smaller gauge needles are known to lessen patient discomfort, they are often associated with increases in hemolysis or longer tube fill times. More...30 May 2018
Sequencing Enables Precise Match for Blood Transfusions
There are more than 300 known red blood cell (RBC) antigens and 33 platelet antigens that differ between individuals. Sensitization to antigens is a serious complication that can occur in prenatal medicine and after blood transfusion, particularly for patients who require multiple transfusions. More...30 May 2018
Early Sepsis Indicator Alerts Emergency Department Clinicians
Sepsis is an often-deadly condition that affects 26 million people worldwide every year and is increasing at a rate of 1.5% annually. Timely and accurate detection solutions in the acute-care setting are key components to stopping the progression of sepsis, as patients with less severe sepsis can progress to severe sepsis or septic shock within 72 hours. More...24 May 2018
Chip-Based Blood Test Developed for Multiple Myeloma
The diagnosis of multiple myeloma, a cancer affecting plasma cells, traditionally forces patients to suffer through a painful bone biopsy. Doctors insert a bone-biopsy needle through an incision to get a bone marrow sample or make a larger incision and remove a section of bone via surgery. More...03 May 2018
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Digital PCR Test Monitors CML Therapy Response
Biomarker of Kidney Disease Identified in Sickle Cell Anemia
Multiple Myeloma Survival Associated with Enzyme Levels
Harvesting Method Produces Superior Transplantation Stem Cells
Eosinophilic Biomarker Found for Aggressive IBD
Genetic Link Found Between Immune System and Lymphoma
Missing DNA Fragments Could Predict Leukemia Relapse
HLF-Gene Controls Generation of Immune System
High-Value Practice Reduces Wasteful Blood Transfusions
Leukocyte Counts Change in Liver Phase of Malaria
The Hematology channel at LabMedica covers the all aspect of plasma, coagulation, transfusion medicine, and blood banking, as well as related lab tools and techniques.
