Platelets
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Extend Life of Platelets and Prevent Bacterial InfectionPlatelets produced in the bone marrow function to clot blood. Medical conditions require transfusion of platelets. Preservatives in platelets extend the self life. BH3 mimetic drug targets bcl-xL. Platelet PGD Test detects bacteria in platelets.
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Donating PlateletsBeginner's guide to Donating Platelets
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Scientists Discover How Cancer Spreads by Aggregating PlateletsCancer cells are able to spread by surrounding themselves with platelets, the blood cells that are necessary for blood to be able to clot. -
The Role of Platelets in the BloodWhat is the role of platelets in the blood, and what does it mean when your platelet count is low? -
How to Increase Your Platelets NaturallyUsing natural methods to increase your platelets can bring them back to their appropriate levels. -
The Connection Between Gluten Intolerance and Low PlateletsIf you've been diagnosed with thrombocytopenia or idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), gluten intolerance could be causing the low platelet count. Learn more about how what you're eating could be affecting your blood count. -
Donating Blood, Double Red Cells, Plasma, and PlateletsThere are more ways to save lives with your own blood. I have covered some of the methods used and what types of blood donations there are.
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Elbow Tendinitis and TreatmentTendinitis is an inflammation of a tendon. Elbow Tendinitis affects the lateral epicondyle, and medial epicondyle inside the elbow. Physical examination and MRI scan confirms tendinitis. New treatment takes blood and returns concentrated platelets.
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Increased Platelet Size May Precede an Heart AttackOf the three major types of blood cells in the blood; red blood cells are the most numerous, white blood cells are the fewest and the largest, while platelets are the smallest and the lightest.
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Canine Bone Marrow Disorders and the Effects of a Bone Marrow BiopsyBone marrow is important for the proper function of the red and white blood cells and platelets. When abnormalities occur, it is necessary to perform a biopsy on your dog for complete diagnosis and treatment plan. . . -
PlavixPlavix works by keeping the platelets in your blood from clotting which can occur with certain heart vessel or heart conditions.
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Folic Acid TestFolic acid tests are used to determine the amount of folic acid in the blood. Folic acid is one of the essential B vitamins the body needs to produce red blood cell, white blood cells, platelets and new DNA in cells.
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Vampire Face-Lift: Get Rejuvenated Skin with Your Own BloodThe Vampire Facelift uses injections of the patient’s own blood through a technology known as Selphyl. The platelets are then combined with a fibrin mixture before injecting them into the face in hopes of stimulating collagen production.
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Donor Opportunities: Organ and Tissue DonationWhen many of us think of organ and tissue donation, we think of major body organs and skin. Until the death of a family member, I knew very little about organ and tissue donation.
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PlavixPlavix is a pill that is composed of clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate, which thins the blood out and prevents the blood platelets from forming together and creating blood clots.
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Have You Heard About Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)?Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) are a group of disorders that signal difficulties with the formation of healthy white and red blood cells or platelets. Read this article to learn more about MDS. -
Plavix with Its Anti-Platelet Qualities Prevents Formation of Blood ClotsPlavix is an anti-platelet medicine that helps keep platelets in the blood from sticking together and forming clots, which usually is the main cause of heart attacks and strokes.
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Low Platelet Counts: The Causes of Low Platelet CountsThere are several different reasons a person may experience low platelets. Some conditions are mild while others can be quite serious.
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Eltrombopag Reverse Blood DeficiencyPlatelets produced in the Bone Marrow, essential to assist in blood clotting. Thrombocytopenia low platelet count, attributed to many diseases. Eltrombopag drug induces Bone Marrow to produce sufficient quantity of platelets.
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Living Through ITPITP or Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura is an autoimmune disease which the platelets in a person's blood are decreased which affects your blood's ability to clot.
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Thrombocytopenia 101: Simple Answers to Basic QuestionsThrombocytopenia is the medical term that describes a low platelet count, i.e. a deficiency of platelets in the bloodstream. More often than not, platelet deficiency has no symptoms or presents with subtle signs.
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Human Body's Circulatory SystemParts of the circulatory system include: Heart, blood, and blood vessels. The heart has two pumps. Blood cells have red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Blood Vessels have three types: arteries, veins, and capillaries.
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Myeloproliferative Disorders, Information and SymptomsMyeloproliferative Disorders are basically caused by bone marrow problems in which cause fluctuations in the production of cells such as RBC's, WBC's, and platelets.
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What is Aplastic Anemia?Aplastic anemia patients have lower counts of not only red blood cells, but also white blood cells and platelets. In the past, the disease was considered a "death sentence," but thanks to advances in medicines, aplastic anemia has a much better prognosis today. -
Nano Silver - a New Drug?Scientists have dicovered a far more effective way to prevent unwanted blood clots than is possible with current drugs. Nano silver particles, injected into mice, prevented the formation of blood clots by inhibiting platelets. -
My Experience with Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)I was diagnosed with ITP but was able to defeat the disorder. ITP is a disorder of your immune system, causing your antibodies to attack your platelets. Since your platelets are responsible for clotting blood, ITP results in excessive bleeding.
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The Role of Blood in Mental IllnessMany abnormalities have been reported in the blood in the various forms of mental illness including "activated" platelets. There are also blood abnormalities that are the result of adverse side effects of psychiatric drugs.
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What Are the Constituents of Human Blood?Human blood is made of blood cells suspended in the liquid medium called plasma. The constituent cells of blood are red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.
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There's Power in the BloodDonating blood lowers blood pressure, raises good cholesterol levels (HDL) while lowering the bad (LDL). It also reduces dangerous platelets or clots.
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Diagnosis and Treatment of Bi-Polar DisorderBi-Polar Disorder is a well know mental disorder. Many people try to deal with it everyday. Bi-Polar consists of manic episodes and depressed episodes as well. Periods of high or irritable moods are called manic episodes and can often times get the person into trouble.
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Substances that Lower Cholesterolvegetables, and fiber. Reducing body fat and exercising also help to reduce LDL cholesterol levels. If cholesterol isn't controlled by a healthier diet, weight loss and exercise, people look to substances that can help them to lower it. -
In Defense of the Medical Model in PsychiatryDr. Thomas Szasz and other psychiatry radicals reject the medical model in psychiatry. This is a mistake. Schizophrenia has been proven to be organic.
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Giants of Science: Elmer SouthardSouthard confirmed earlier work by Alzheimer reporting positive findings in "dementia praecox". "Dementia praecox" is now called schizophrenia. Fat deposits were seen in the brains.
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CEPROTIN - Replacement Therapy for Protein C DeficiencyPlasma protein C and S inhibit reverse the process to prevent excessive clotting. Congenital protein C or S deficiency is an inherited disorder. CEPROTIN first replacement therapy to treat protein C deficiency.
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Preeclampsia: What Does it Mean for My Pregnancy?Preeclampsia, also known as toxemia and pregnancy-induced hypertension, is a potentially serious complication that effects 5-8% of pregnant women. -
Practical BioethicsLiving wills, organ donations, and other ways to make bioethics personal
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Drug Treatments for Stroke-Related DementiaSeveral medication treatments are available for stroke-related dementia.
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Aspirin Use Cuts Death Risk for WomenWomen who take a low to moderate dose of aspirin may lower their risk of death.
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Ways to Donate: Make Yourself UsefulYou don't need much money or even much time to make real difference in someone's life.
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Another Step Forward Against Auto-Immune DiseaseNational Institutes of Health researchers have identified the step in the immunity process where an error may lead to auto-immune diseases.
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