Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) Before we proceed, let us first define what is DIC. Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (abbreviated as DIC), is an acquired hematological disorder characterized by the abnormal clotting of blood where fibrin formation causes micro vascular thrombi in selected organs. This disorder is known to influence the development of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS). 1. … Continue reading “10 Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) Facts”
Blood Thinner Medications Blood thinners are commonly used in reducing the risk of stroke and heart attack that works by decreasing the formation of blood clots in arteries and veins of the body. Blood thinner meds may be advised by a doctor in patients with abnormal heart rhythms as seen in atrial fibrillation, heart valve … Continue reading “10 Blood Thinners and How They Work”
Blood coagulation is a process where circulating elements in the blood system are converted into a gel with insoluble characteristics; to prevent the loss of blood from injured blood vessels, tissues, or organs. The process is made up of two systems. The first system centers on a course that involves the formation of thrombus (a blood clot) … Continue reading “10-Step Process of Blood Coagulation”
Platelets are discoid blood components without a nucleus, varying between 2-3 microns in diameter. It circulates in the blood for 7-10 days before being disposed by the macrophages. It is formed in the bone marrow by fragmentation of the cytoplasm of mature megakaryocytes. One megakaryocyte produces between 1000 – 3000 platelets. Platelet formation is mediated by thrombopoietin … Continue reading “2 Less Known Roles: Platelets and Blood Clotting”
