Difference between revisions of "Immune Mediated Thrombocytopaenia"

From WikiVet English
Jump to navigation Jump to search
Line 7: Line 7:
  
 
[[Category:Antibody Mediated Autoimmune Diseases]]
 
[[Category:Antibody Mediated Autoimmune Diseases]]
[[Category:To Do - Blood]]
+
[[Category:To Do - James]]

Revision as of 10:28, 16 August 2010

(IMTP)

Pathogenesis: Type II hypersensitivity

  • There is an immunological attack on the platelets which reduces the ability for clotting.
  • A reduced platelet count and detection of anti-platelet antibodies in the serum are used for diagnosis of this disorder.