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RSSPernicious anemia
Pernicious anemia refers to
a type of autoimmune anemia.
Antibodies are directed
against intrinsic factor or
parietal cells which produce
intrinsic factor. Intrinsic
factor is required for
vitamin B12 absorption, so
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Gynecologic hemorrhage
Gynecologic hemorrhage
represents exessive bleeding
of the female reproductive
system. ... > full story
Sickle-cell disease
Sickle cell disease is a
general term for a group of
genetic disorders caused by
sickle hemoglobin (Hgb S).
In many forms of the
disease, the red blood cells
change shape upon
deoxygenation because of
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Haemophilia
Haemophilia or hemophilia is
the name of any of several
hereditary genetic illnesses
that impair the body's
ability to control bleeding.
Genetic deficiencies can
cause lowered plasma
clotting factor activity so
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B vitamins
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Lead poisoning
Lead poisoning is a condition, also known as plumbism or painter's colic, caused by increased blood serum lead levels. The symptoms of lead poisoning include neurological problems, such as reduced ... > more -
Micronutrient
Micronutrients are essential elements needed by life in small quantities. They include microminerals and Vitamins. Microminerals or trace elements include at least iron, cobalt, chromium, copper, ... > more -
Blood sugar
In medicine, blood sugar is a term used to refer to levels of glucose in the blood. Blood sugar concentration, or serum glucose level, is tightly regulated in the human body. Glucose, transported via ... > more
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