Types of bone-marrow and stem-cell transplant

Article Abstract:

Stem cells for transplantation can be obtained as an autologous transplant from the patient's own bone marrow or peripheral blood, or they can be obtained from a donor in an allogeneic transplant. Cord-blood stem-cell transplantation (CBSCT) is a new type of allogeneic transplant. Two CBSCTs have been carried out in the UK. The donors in both cases were the patients' new-born siblings, but cord blood banks are now being established. The advantages and disadvantages of autologous transplants, identically matched allogeneic transplants and CBSCTs are presented.

Analysis, Usage, Evaluation, Bone marrow, Bone marrow transplantation, Fetal blood, Blood transfusion, Blood transfusion, Autologous, Autologous blood transfusion

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Blood cells: Part five--Platelets

Article Abstract:

Platelets are the smallest formed elements of the blood and are essential for the normal blood clotting process with a lifespan of about nine to ten days. Platelets play a significant role in the immune system, particularly in relation to inflammation and are involved in the development of atheromatous plaques in vessels and even in metastasis of malignant tumors.

United States, Health aspects, Causes of, Blood clotting disorders, Blood coagulation disorders, Blood platelets, Immune system

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Blood cells: Part two - Red blood cells

Article Abstract:

A detailed description of red blood cells also known as erythrocytes or red blood corpuscles (RBCs) is presented. The details cover the formation and shape, origin, function and clinical significance of these RBCs.

United Kingdom, Science & research, Research, Oxygen, Hemoglobin, Hemoglobins, Oxygen transport, Erythrocytes, Red blood cells

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