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What is a blood test, and what is its importance?

What is a blood test, and what is its importance?

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What is a blood test, and what is its importance?

A blood test is a lab analysis of blood sample that helps in finding out the current health status. You may have blood tests to keep track of how well you are managing a condition such as diabetes or high cholesterol. You may also have them for routine checkups or when you are ill.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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How does a bone marrow transplant work?

A bone marrow transplant involves taking cells that are normally found in the bone marrow (stem cells), filtering those cells, and giving them back either to the donor (patient) or to another person. The transplant is a part of special therapy that is given to save lives of cancer patients and certain other diseases.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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What are the benefits of getting a general blood test?

There are multiple benefits of getting a general blood test done regularly it helps in detecting diseases early such as cancers and other blood related disorders. Not only this, the blood picture presents a crucial picture of your overall health.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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If hemoglobin is 10.3, what is the possible cause?

There can be many reasons for low hemoglobin they are certain medications, folate deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency and long term chronic illnesses. If your hemoglobin is 10.3 then you must consult with a doctor and find out what is your reason?

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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What are the chances of finding a bone marrow match?

You are most likely to find a match in a brother or sister only. Other relatives are not a match.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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What is bone marrow, and why is it important?

Bone marrow is found in the center of most bones and has many blood vessels. There are two types of bone marrow: red and yellow. Red marrow contains blood stem cells that can become red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets. Yellow marrow consists of fat and stem cells that produce cartilage and bones in the body.

Last updated on 24 Jul 2025

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