A blood clot is a mass of coagulated blood found in a blood vessel. Blood clots can form in veins deep inside the body, such as in the legs or pelvis. They are mostly formed when a blood vessel is injured, eithe
A blood clotting disorder is an illness that increases the likelihood of blood clot formation in the body. This condition is also known as thrombophilia or a hypercoagulable state. These disorders can be acquired or brought on by inheritance. ...
A blood clotting disorder, such as Factor V Leiden Oral birth control pills or hormone replacement therapyHow is an ischemic stroke diagnosed?Your healthcare provider will examine you and ask about your symptoms. Your provider will ask if you have any medical conditions. You may need any of th...
A full blood count test result gives a doctor a wealth of information that can be used to spot disease processes or issues like an infection or a deficiency. It lays down quantitative biomarkers about oxygen delivery, immunity, bleeding/clotting capacity and more. By looking at increases and de...
This is a slideshow about sickle cell disease. It’s an inherited blood disorder that leads to a shortage of red blood cells. It can cause severe pain and raise your risk of infections and stroke.
A DVT is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein of the body. The deep veins in the legs, thighs, and hips are the most common sites for DVT. A DVT can also occur in a deep vein within your arms. The clot prevents the normal flow of blood in the vein. The blood backs up ...
Fibrin is a strong insoluble protein produced by the body in response to bleeding. Whenever tissue damage (wound) results in bleeding, a soluble protein found in blood plasma called fibrinogen becomes converted into fibrin molecules by the action of a clotting enzyme called thrombin. The fibrin ...
Blood tests would help further narrow down the cause of fatigue. Anemiais a condition involving reduced blood capacity to transport oxygen. This results from either lower than normal levels of red blood cells or a decrease in the quantity or quality of hemoglobin, the protein that allows these ...
Blood in urine (hematuria) is a common problem that happens to children and adults of all genders. And the good news is that the most common causes of blood in urine – like a urinary tract infection – are easily treatable. Still, it’s generally notnormalto see blood in your urine (...
white blood cells on urinalysis is more consistent with a urinary tract infection. Protein, glucose, or sediment in the urine may indicate the presence of a disease in the kidneys. Blood tests are also important, as they will aid in assessing renal function and identifying any clotting ...