Haemoconia

Haemoconia are minute granules of blood pigment found in the blood plasma. They are formed by the disintegration of the red blood cells and are considered as one of the earliest signs of haemolysis. Haemoconia are usually found in the blood of patients suffering from various diseases such as malaria, sepsis, and haemolytic anaemia.

Formation

Haemoconia are formed by the disintegration of the red blood cells. This process, known as haemolysis, can occur due to various reasons such as exposure to certain toxins, infections, or immune reactions. When the red blood cells disintegrate, they release their contents into the blood plasma, including the blood pigment, which forms the haemoconia.

Detection

The presence of haemoconia in the blood can be detected through a blood test. This test involves taking a sample of the patient's blood and examining it under a microscope. The haemoconia, if present, can be seen as minute granules in the blood plasma.

Clinical Significance

The presence of haemoconia in the blood is considered as one of the earliest signs of haemolysis. Therefore, they are often used as a diagnostic marker for diseases that involve haemolysis, such as malaria, sepsis, and haemolytic anaemia. In addition, the amount of haemoconia in the blood can also provide information about the severity of the haemolysis.

See Also

• Haemolysis
• Red blood cells
• Blood plasma
• Malaria
• Sepsis
• Haemolytic anaemia

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