Routine haematological parameters in COVID-19 prognosis

COVID-19 epidemic: What happens to other routine patients admitted in the emergency department?

Four weeks have passed from the first reported case of covid-19 in Iran. During the past month, thousands of patients ran to emergency departments (EDs) due to respiratory complaints. From the beginning of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak, EDs have become particular units for admitting patients with respiratory complaints. The question is “what happens to other routine patients of ED?”

The role of laboratory parameters in COVID-19 diagnosis

The value of troponin measurement in the prognosis of Covid 19 disease, a review study

Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2, which appeared in late 2019, can have negative effects on the cardiovascular system. Studies in different parts of the world indicate the importance of cardiac troponin as a predictor in coronary heart disease patients. Heart damage occurs frequently in Coronavirus 2 infection and is associated with a high risk of mortality in these patients. In people ...

Haematological Parameters In Visceral Leishmaniasis

Context: Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL) is a chronic infectious disease caused by parasites of the Leishmania donovani complex, also known as Kala Azar. It is an endemic disease in the Indian subcontinent, mainly seen in the states of Bihar and West Bengal. VL can cause a variety of haematological disorders like anaemia, leucopenia, thrombocytopenia and pancytopenia. Myelofibrosis, Myelodysplasia ...

Does recreational scuba diving have clinically significant effect on routine haematological parameters?

INTRODUCTION Scuba diving represents a combination of exercise and changes in environmental conditions. This study aimed to evaluate changes in haematological parameters after recreational scuba diving in order to identify clinically significant changes. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study included males, 17 recreational divers, median age (range) 41 (30-52) years. Blood samples were taken before...