Blood and Lymph Disorders

Flashcards summarizing key vocabulary and concepts from the lecture on blood and lymph disorders.

Erythropoiesis

The process of red blood cell (RBC) production.

Intravenous (IV)

A method of delivering fluids directly into the bloodstream.

Hematocrit

The proportion of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells.

Thrombocytes

Also known as platelets, they are the smallest cells in the blood and play a key role in blood clotting.

Hypovolemic anemia

A type of anemia resulting from significant blood loss.

Pernicious anemia

A deficiency in vitamin B12 absorption due to lack of intrinsic factor.

Aplastic anemia

A rare condition where the bone marrow fails to produce sufficient blood cells.

Sickle cell anemia

A genetic disorder characterized by crescent-shaped red blood cells that can cause clumping and block blood flow.

Leukemia

A type of cancer that affects white blood cells, leading to an overproduction of abnormal cells.

Lymphoma

A cancer of the lymphatic system, primarily affecting lymphocytes.

Thrombocytopenia

A condition defined by a low platelet count, increasing the risk of bleeding.

Coagulation

The process of blood clotting.

Hemophilia

A genetic disorder where blood does not clot properly due to deficiency of clotting factors.

DIC (Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation)

A serious disorder in which the proteins that control blood clotting become overactive, leading to widespread clotting and bleeding.

Bence Jones protein

An abnormal protein found in the urine of patients with multiple myeloma.

Erythropoietic Growth Factor

A substance (like Epoetin alfa) that stimulates the production of red blood cells.

Vitamin B12

A vitamin necessary for the production of red blood cells and proper neurological function.

Folic acid

A vitamin that is essential for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation.