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A n a t o m y o f B l o o d Blood’s primary function is to carry nutrients, gases, waste products, cells, and hormones. Blood is composed of many parts: red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma.
W h a t i s h e m a t o l o g y ? The word “heme” literally translates to “blood” in Greek. Hematology is a branch of medicine concerning the study of blood, the blood-forming organs, and blood diseases
W h a t a r e h e m a t o l o g i s t s ? Hematologists are specialists in hematology. These specialists must receive a four-year medical degree and complete three or four years in an internship or residency program.
W h a t c a n I e x p e c t f r o m a v i s i t During your first visit to a hematologist, they are likely to go over your medical history, perform any tests, and discuss your symptoms.
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