New research finds that birds can use lactate, often thought of as a metabolic waste product, as a cellular fuel that aids in ...

Sickle cell disease (SCD) refers to a group of genetic conditions that affect the red blood cells (RBCs) by altering their shape. The abnormally shaped cells are unable to perform the function of ...

Researchers have exposed the overlooked role of red blood cells (RBC) in the immune system and discovered a new drug target for the treatment of acute anemia, a symptom of inflammatory diseases like ...

RBC indices are tests that help healthcare professionals measure the size, shape, and quality of red blood cells. Performing these tests can help with a diagnosis, such as identifying the cause of ...

Every passing second, RBCs in the blood carry oxygen from the lungs through a network of microscopic channels and release it into tissues, where it is used to produce energy. The process consists of ...

A new study is the first to draw a link between RBC size and microscopic traces of blood vessels and bone cells inside bones. They found that extinct mammal and bird relatives had smaller RBCs and ...

You may have hematuria due to an infection, such as a urinary tract infection, or recent sexual activity. Long-term conditions, such as viral hepatitis, can also cause red blood cells in your pee. Red ...

If your blood smear test results show multicolored red blood cells (RBCs), this may be a sign of polychromasia. Polychromasia can be caused by a variety of underlying blood disorders, including cancer ...