Lectures
Here are some talks on some core haematology subjects for your learning and information. Please note that although the author, Dr David Tucker, has tried to make these as accurate and up to date as possible, they are not designed to replace text books or your own up to date learning. Nevertheless, we hope they whet your appetite and give you some of the basics of common haematology topics. Enjoy!
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How to interpret the full blood count
A cribsheet covering the basics of how to interpret the basic haematology lab tests commonly performed.
How to interpret a clotting screen and when to do one
A cribsheet covering clotting with clinical relevance.
Blood products - the basics
A cribsheet to explain the different types of blood products used in medicine and when to use them
Chemotherapy in Haematology
An introduction to the types of chemotherapy used in haematology and concurrent medications they may require.
Haematology emergencies
A cribsheet covering the main clinical emergencies in haematology and their management.
what is lymphoma?
An introduction to lymphoma as a group of diseases including differences between lymphoma and leukaemia.
the basics of bone marrow transplant
A cribsheet covering the basics of the two types of transplant and why we do them.
pancytopenia
A cribsheet covering causes of a pancytopenia and the management of low white blood cells.
Basic immunology
An introduction to immunology and its relevance in haematology
videos
how to interpret the full blood count
The basics on how to interpret the full blood count narrated by David Tucker.