DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband was diagnosed with secondary polycythemia in 2011. His hematocrit test (HCT) was 57%. He was referred to a hematologist. The hematologist would order a phlebotomy when his ...

Rusfertide reduces or eliminates phlebotomy needs in polycythemia vera, improving quality of life and symptom control. The VERIFY trial showed 77% clinical response with rusfertide, compared to 33% in ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) – New classes are now being offered at a non-profit career school, that can potentially save a life. Remington College is an online trade school that offers a variety of ...

Phlebotomy refers to drawing blood from a person’s vein with a needle. Lab tests on blood samples are important as they measure different blood components and provide information that can lead to a ...

The FDA granted priority review to rusfertide, a potential therapy for polycythemia vera; a decision regarding approval is ...

A phlebotomist is a healthcare professional trained to collect blood samples. Many different professionals work together as part of a medical team. Each team member has their role and responsibilities ...