Platelet

Skin is the largest organ in our body that serves a lot of important functions. Firstly, it acts as a protective barrier against mechanical injury, loss of body fluids, chemicals, particles, microbes and UV radiation. [1] It also provides sensation for touch, temperature, pressure and pain. [1] Besides, it allows mobility by providing a surface for grip. [1] It also has a role in homeostasis of body temperature. [1] Next, it is involved in production of vitamin D, and has an immunity function…

believes that blood products could be stored for longer periods of time with the use of knowledge on antifreeze proteins found in nature. Blood platelets are commonly stored at room temperature for about five days. After the five days, the blood is discarded. The use of antifreeze proteins could be a solution to extending the shelf life of blood platelets for a much longer amount of time, resulting in less blood needing to be collected and larger supplies available when required. Dr. Fletcher…

therefore patient compliance may become compromised during the postoperative period.(3) Most dentists prescribe NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) to prevent and treat postoperative pain; (4, 5) but Gastrointestinal complications and platelet dysfunction are the most common side effects of using these kinds of painkillers.(6, 7) The aim of the present study was to assess the efficacy of Aloe vera-green tea mouthwash in reducing postoperative pain after periodontal pocket reduction…

adrenalin and injected into the trigger points in both temples. The combination of Sarapin, Marcaine, and gamma globulin is suggested to treat omohyoideus myofascial pain syndrome (High Chemical Company, 2014). A search through the literature was completed using CINAHL, Cochrane database, UpToDate, and Google Scholar. Case studies, a double blind controlled evaluation, a randomized clinical trial, and published journal articles are reviewed below. The material reviewed states the lack of…

Furthermore, recent studies have shown that many other genera of Phellinus (e.g. P. baumii, P. gilvus and P. igniarius) also have potent pharmacological activities (Jang et al. 2004; Hwang et al. 2005; Lee et al. 2010). It also reported the anti-platelet (Kamruzzaman et al. 2011) and anti-inflammatory effects (Yayeh et al. 2012) of this mushroom extract; however, its protective effect against alcohol-induced liver diseases has never been investigated. The aim of the current study was to…

of neutrophils in the differential WBC count. The ANC of a healthy individual falls in the range of 2,500 to 6,000 per microliter. A total blood count gives the levels of the three types of blood cells - white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Neutrophils are present in two forms – polys and bands. Polys are also known as segmented neutrophils and are the most…

from coronary atherosclerosis, generally with superimposed coronary thrombosis. [4]. During the evolution of atherosclerotic plaques, especially vulnerable (lipid-laden) plaques, a plaque disruption can occur, which exposes substances that promote platelet activation and aggregation, thrombin generation and ultimately thrombus formation [5]. This thrombus interrupts blood flow and can result in a severe disproportion between oxygen supply and demand and - if this imbalance is persistent –…

Case Study: The Case of the Man with the Weak Arm I. Definitions A. Essential Hypertension i. Essential hypertension is high blood pressure that doesn't have a known secondary cause. It is also referred to as primary hypertension. B. Hypercholesterolemia i. an excess of cholesterol in the bloodstream. C. Afebrile i. not feverish. D. Stroke i. a sudden disabling attack or loss of consciousness caused by an interruption in the flow of blood to the brain E. Thrombosis i. local coagulation or…

Following anastomosis and blood flow into the graft, the antibodies bind to their respective antigens on the vascular endothelium activating the complement cascade and also the clotting cascade. This leads to the accumulation of granulocytes and platelets in the graft, and ultimately the formation of thrombi. The thrombi block the…

disease. This means your bone marrow produces too many red blood cells. Bone marrow is the spongy center of long bones where blood cells are produced. If you have PV, your bone marrow may also make too many white blood cells and clotting cells (platelets). Almost all people with PV have an abnormal gene (genetic mutation) that causes changes in the way the bone marrow makes blood cells. This gene is called JAK2. The gene is not passed down through families. PV is a long-term disease that…