Ali Hussein

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What is the significance of low RDW (RBC Distribution Width) particularly in the presence of normal blood profiles?

Normal and high RDW can be seen in thalassemias, in iron, and in B12 deficiency anaemias, respectively, and usually with low Hb and or low or high MCV, accordingly. What is the significance of a...

05 January 2014 1,691 20 View

Are all types of polycythemias predispose to thrombo-embolic disease?

Are all types of polycythemias, regardless of their aetiology, predispose to thromboembolic disease (such as pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis)? Primary polycythemia (PRV) is a risk...

25 December 2013 9,599 4 View

Can oral vit. B12 supplements be absorbed effectively in individuals taking Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)?

PPIs may interfere with vitamin B12 absorption in food substance. Does it also interfere with oral B12 supplements? Can PPI interfere with gastric intrinsic factors secretions the same way it...

13 December 2013 8,307 42 View

Are defensins useful in diagnostic surgical pathology practice, as well as in research?

Defensins are antimicrobial peptides and they are part of innate immunity.

28 February 2013 5,655 2 View