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12 Treatments for Hereditary Spherocytosis

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Most individuals with HS do not have symptoms that are severe enough to require treatment. For those with the more severe forms, blood transfusion therapy can effectively improve symptoms until a child is old enough for total or partial removal of the spleen, the organ responsib...[read article]

Tests for Hereditary Spherocytosis

1. Peripheral Blood Smear A blood smear is a diagnostic test used to look for abnormalities within the blood. The cell types are examined under a microscope for unusual shapes or sizes. Ther... More
2. Reticulocyte Count Reticulocytes are immature red blood cells. A reticulocyte count (also known as a retic count, reticulocyte index, or corrected reticulocyte) is a measurement and p... More
3. Osmotic Fragility Test An osmotic fragility test is performed to diagnose two hereditary conditions: thalassemia and hereditary spherocytosis. Thalassemia causes your body to make an... More
4. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
5. Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test A complete blood count, or CBC, is an easy and very common test that screens for certain disorders that can affect your health. A CBC measures several components of... More
6. Direct Coombs Test If you have been feeling very fatigued, have shortness of breath, cold hands and feet and very pale skin, you may have an insufficient amount of red blood cells. Th... More
7. Acidified glycerol lysis test
8. Serum Haptoglobin Test A haptoglobin test is a blood test that measures your haptoglobin levels. Haptoglobin is a protein that your liver produces. Haptoglobin binds with circulating or f... More
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Medical Procedures for Hereditary Spherocytosis

1. Erythrocyte Transfusion
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Surgical Procedures for Hereditary Spherocytosis

1. Splenectomy Your spleen is a small organ located on the left side of your abdomen, under the rib cage. This organ is part of your immune system and helps to fight infections an... More
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Prescribed Medications for Hereditary Spherocytosis

1. folic acid FOLIC ACID (FOE lik AS id) is a water-soluble, B complex vitamin. It is in many foods like liver, kidneys, yeast, and leafy, green vegetables. It is used to treat m... More
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Over the Counter Medications for Hereditary Spherocytosis

1. folic acid(FA-8 , Folacin-800) FOLIC ACID (FOE lik AS id) is a water-soluble, B complex vitamin. It is in many foods like liver, kidneys, yeast, and leafy, green vegetables. It is used to treat m... More
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