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Hematology

Transforming infection detection with the CBC-Diff

In a world overpopulated by pathogens, the human immune system has evolved to protect against pathogens that are, themselves, continually evolving. Host immune response to infection...
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Fanconi anemia: A diagnostic approach to diagnosis and treatment

Fanconi anemia (FA), also known as inherited aplastic anemia, is a disease that causes bone marrow failure and many physical abnormalities. FA is a rare, fatal disease that affects...
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Solution reduces severe bleeding after childbirth

May 10, 2023
A trial of a set of interventions to manage postpartum hemorrhage, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found a 60% reduction in heavy bleeding.
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Tranexamic acid does not appear to prevent maternal hemorrhage after cesarean delivery

April 14, 2023
Tranexamic acid slows the natural breakdown of blood clots.
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Platelets in the pipeline: Advancements in platelet technologies

March 27, 2023
Proper platelet function is an important component of many hemostatic disorders and a critical therapeutic target for cardiac and stroke prevention. Thus, a key objective of laboratory...
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Study provides roadmap for using convalescent plasma as an effective COVID-19 treatment

Feb. 23, 2023
A new analysis shows how convalescent plasma can be used to prevent hospitalizations and ultimately save lives, both for COVID-19 and for the next viral pandemic that inevitably...
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