Hematology Exam Review: Anemia, Leukemia, Platelet Disorders & Coagulation for Physician Assistants
Hematology Exam Review: Anemia, Leukemia, Platelet Disorders & Coagulation for Physician Assistants Strengthen your exam prep with this podcast-style summary of the most essential hematology topics from A Comprehensive Review for the Certification and Recertification Examinations for Physician Assistants by Claire Babcock O'Connell and Thea Cogan-Drew. This guide reviews red and white blood cell disorders, platelet abnormalities, and key principles of coagulation—equipping physician assistants with crucial knowledge for certification and clinical care. Watch the video above for an in-depth audio-visual review, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more exam-focused summaries and medical study guides. Red Blood Cell Disorders Anemia: Includes microcytic (iron deficiency), normocytic (chronic disease), and macrocytic (B12 or folate deficiency) types. Symptoms: fatigue, pallor, weakness. Diagnosis: CBC, peripheral smear, iron/ferritin, B12, folate levels. Sic...