This episode is directed towards the approach to anemia work-up in adults.  I go over the definition of anemia, the general physiologic causes, signs and symptoms, and lab work to order to differentiate the many diseases that can manifest with anemia. 

PANCE, PANRE, physician assistant, PA

This episode is a primer for all things to come regarding hematology.  I break down the components of a CBC including: white blood cell count, differential, red blood cell count, red blood cell indices, and platelet count. 

PANCE, PANRE, physician assistant, PA