Understanding Hemolytic Anemias and Diagnostic Testing

Haemolysis? Do I really hapto send off more tests? This is reticulous! Now you know what a red cell is - lets learn about how they can break down. Join us as we explore what your boss actually wanted you to do when they asked for a haemolysis screen, and about Cale's deep seated distrust of hepatologists. 

Timestamps
2:30 - Haemolysis - what is it (good for?)
7:58 - Reticulocytes? What a reticulous name for a cell
9:36 - LDH - Nick will talk about biochemistry here, I'm SORRY okay?
11:36 - Bilirubin feat. Gilbert - winner of the 2015 Triple J's Hottest 100
16:10 - Haptoglobin (with apologies to my anaesthetist friends)
20:32 - Who is DAT?
23:49 - Haemolysis screen recap - click here when med reg is impatient
27:35 - Take home messages!

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