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List advanced haematological lab tests??
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Advanced hematological lab tests are specialized analyses conducted to evaluate various aspects of blood and bone marrow. These tests can provide detailed information about the cellular components of blood, coagulation factors, and various hematological disorders. Here are some advanced hematological lab tests:
1. **Flow Cytometry**: Used for immunophenotyping of leukocytes, helping to diagnose leukemias and lymphomas by identifying specific cell markers.
2. **Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration**: Involves the extraction of bone marrow for examination to detect conditions like leukemia, lymphoma, or aplastic anemia.
3. **Cytogenetic Analysis**: Examination of chromosomes in bone marrow or peripheral blood to identify genetic abnormalities associated with blood malignancies.
4. **Molecular Genetic Testing**: Tests such as PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) and FISH (Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization) to detect specific mutations (e.g., BCR-ABL gene fusion in chronic myeloid leukemia).
5. **Complete Blood Count with Differential**: A detailed analysis of blood cell counts, including red blood cells, white blood cells (with subtype differentiation), and platelets.
6. **Reticulocyte Count**: Measures the number of young red blood cells in the blood, indicating bone marrow activity.
7. **Serum Iron Studies**: Includes serum iron, ferritin, total iron-binding capacity (TIBC), and transferrin saturation tests, assessing iron metabolism and storage.
8. **Hemoglobin Electrophoresis**: Used to identify and quantify different forms of hemoglobin, useful in diagnosing thalassemia and sickle cell disease.
9. **Coagulation Studies**: Advanced tests such as thrombin time, activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), prothrombin time (PT), and fibrinogen levels to evaluate coagulation pathways.
10. **Peripheral Blood Smear Examination**: A manual examination of blood under a microscope for abnormalities in cell morphology, which can indicate various disorders.
11. **Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)**: Elevated levels may indicate hemolysis or certain malignancies.
12. **D-dimer Test**: Used to assess the presence of clot formation and breakdown, useful in diagnosing thromboembolic disorders.
13. **Antiphospholipid Antibody Panel**: Tests for the presence of antibodies associated with an increased risk of clotting disorders.
14. **Vasculitis Panel**: Evaluates specific antibodies linked to vasculitis, which can affect blood cells.
15. **Hematologic Malignancy Panels**: A combination of tests used to evaluate for various hematologic cancers, often including multiple targeted therapies.
These tests are not routinely performed and are often used in specific clinical scenarios to diagnose and monitor various hematologic conditions. The choice of test will depend on the clinical context and the suspected diagnosis.
1. **Flow Cytometry**: Used for immunophenotyping of leukocytes, helping to diagnose leukemias and lymphomas by identifying specific cell markers.
2. **Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration**: Involves the extraction of bone marrow for examination to detect conditions like leukemia, lymphoma, or aplastic anemia.
3. **Cytogenetic Analysis**: Examination of chromosomes in bone marrow or peripheral blood to identify genetic abnormalities associated with blood malignancies.
4. **Molecular Genetic Testing**: Tests such as PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) and FISH (Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization) to detect specific mutations (e.g., BCR-ABL gene fusion in chronic myeloid leukemia).
5. **Complete Blood Count with Differential**: A detailed analysis of blood cell counts, including red blood cells, white blood cells (with subtype differentiation), and platelets.
6. **Reticulocyte Count**: Measures the number of young red blood cells in the blood, indicating bone marrow activity.
7. **Serum Iron Studies**: Includes serum iron, ferritin, total iron-binding capacity (TIBC), and transferrin saturation tests, assessing iron metabolism and storage.
8. **Hemoglobin Electrophoresis**: Used to identify and quantify different forms of hemoglobin, useful in diagnosing thalassemia and sickle cell disease.
9. **Coagulation Studies**: Advanced tests such as thrombin time, activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), prothrombin time (PT), and fibrinogen levels to evaluate coagulation pathways.
10. **Peripheral Blood Smear Examination**: A manual examination of blood under a microscope for abnormalities in cell morphology, which can indicate various disorders.
11. **Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)**: Elevated levels may indicate hemolysis or certain malignancies.
12. **D-dimer Test**: Used to assess the presence of clot formation and breakdown, useful in diagnosing thromboembolic disorders.
13. **Antiphospholipid Antibody Panel**: Tests for the presence of antibodies associated with an increased risk of clotting disorders.
14. **Vasculitis Panel**: Evaluates specific antibodies linked to vasculitis, which can affect blood cells.
15. **Hematologic Malignancy Panels**: A combination of tests used to evaluate for various hematologic cancers, often including multiple targeted therapies.
These tests are not routinely performed and are often used in specific clinical scenarios to diagnose and monitor various hematologic conditions. The choice of test will depend on the clinical context and the suspected diagnosis.