
Episode 19 - In The Lab: Advanced Haemolysis Testing
Bloody Minded
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Advanced Testing for Cold Agglutinins and Hemolysis
This chapter explores advanced methodologies in testing for cold agglutinins, focusing on the cold agglutination titer and its implications for clinical diagnosis. It highlights the complex relationships between antibody specificity, various testing conditions, and significant disorders such as paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria. Additionally, the chapter addresses detailed procedures for G6PD testing, emphasizing the importance of accurate interpretation and the potential for false negatives.
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