Biochemical and hematological parameters in chronic kidney disease

Vitamin deficiencies in chronic kidney disease

Endocrine disorders in chronic kidney disease

Background and Objective: Endocrine disorders are common in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The aim of the present study is reviewing available literature to give a deep understanding of complexities of endocrine disorders in chronic kidney disease. Methods: A narrative reviewing method based on the available literature was approached. Findings: Generally, when renal function de...

Etiology and Outcome of Chronic Kidney Disease in Iranian Children

Background Considering the significant geographical and ethnical differences in pattern of incidence, etiology and outcome of chronic kidney disease (CKD), the present study aimed to assess the etiology and outcome of CKD in Iranian children. Materials and Methods In a cross-sectional study etiology and outcome of 372 children aged 3 months to 18 years with CKD was studied during the period 199...

Evaluation of clinical, biochemical and hematological parameters in macrocytic anemia

After the introduction of the automated cell coulters, the incidence of detecting macrocytosis have increased and has varied from 1.7 to 3.6% in several reported series. 1-4 Detectable macrocytosis may not be present in peripheral smear in about 33% of cases with MCV >100fl. 1 Mild increase in MCV (MCV of 100 – 110fl) is particularly common and most often remains unexplained though it cannot be...

Analysis of Hematological and Biochemical Parameters in Methamphetamine Addicts Compared with Healthy Individuals

Abstract         Background and Objective: Methamphetamine has strong stimulating effects on various systems of the human body. The aim of this study was to evaluate the hematological and biochemical parameters in methamphetamine addicts and to compare them with healthyindividuals.      Methods: This is a retrospective case-co...