Foods high in certain vitamins and minerals, including vitamins B12 and C, folate, and iron, may help increase your platelet count. Some foods and beverages, including alcohol, may lower it. Platelets ...

Thrombocytopenia, or a low platelet count, can impair blood clotting, potentially leading to severe bleeding from wounds. Underlying health conditions like autoimmune diseases and cancers, as well as ...

Maintaining adequate platelet levels is important for proper blood clotting and preventing excessive bleeding. A typical adult platelet range is 150,000 to 450,000 platelets per microliter of blood.

Frequent running and heavy lifting can increase vein pressure. Know why athletes develop varicose veins, early symptoms to watch for, and when to seek help.

FIGURE 1. Platelet clumping (blue) was seen on peripheral blood smear. A misdiagnosis would have led to unnecessary tests and treatment. Ms. J, age 55 years, was referred to hematology for evaluation ...