Hematology PowerPoint

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to red blood cell disorders, erythropoiesis, hemoglobin, anemia types, and laboratory tests.

Erythropoiesis

The process of making red blood cells (RBCs) from pluripotent stem cells in the bone marrow.

Reticulocyte

An immature 'baby' red blood cell.

Erythropoietin (EPO)

A hormone released by the kidney that stimulates the bone marrow to produce red blood cells.

Hemoglobin

The protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen.

Hyperbilirubinemia

The accumulation of bilirubin in the blood, leading to jaundice.

Transferrin

A protein that transports iron in the blood.

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

A lab test that measures the amount of hemoglobin, hematocrit, number of red blood cells, and other components in blood.

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Anemia caused by a lack of iron, leading to a decreased number of mature red blood cells in circulation.

Hemolytic Anemia

Anemia characterized by the destruction of red blood cells faster than their production.

Normocytic Normochromic Anemia

Anemia with normal-sized and normally colored red blood cells, typically occurring after acute blood loss.