- Home
- Lab-Tests specific Q&A
- HEMOGLOBIN (Hb)
- Polycythemia Vera
Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?
Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?
Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?
When the red blood cell count reaches a critical number, the flowability of the blood decreases leading to restricted blood circulation. This causes a blue coloration of the skin (cyanosis).
Last updated on 19 May 2023
Related Questions
Why does cyanosis occur in polycythemia?
When the red blood cell count reaches a critical number, the flowability of the blood decreases leading to restricted blood circulation. This causes a blue coloration of the skin (cyanosis).
Last updated on 19 May 2023
In which part of the blood hemoglobin is present?
About 70 percent of your body's iron is found in the red blood cells of your blood called hemoglobin and in muscle cells called myoglobin.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
How to know if I have polycythemia?
If your doctor suspects that you have polycythemia vera, he or she might recommend collecting a sample of your bone marrow through a bone marrow aspiration or biopsy
Last updated on 17 May 2023
My haemoglobin is 18.4, is it dangerous?
Yes, it is on the higher side and you may be suceptible to bruising and blood clots.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
HEMOGLOBIN (Hb)
Iron Test
- Reports: Same Day
- No preparation required