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Blood clot facts and treatment
A blood clot occurs when blood becomes solid. Blood clots can have serious health problems. Learn how and why blood clots form and how they are treated.
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Blood counts
Monitoring your child's blood counts is an important part of his treatment plant. Learn more about normal blood cell counts for red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
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Calculating the ANC
A neutrophil is a type of white blood cell that fights infection. Learn how St. Jude uses an Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) to predict your child's ability to fight infection, particularly bacteria.
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Receiving a blood transfusion
If your child needs a blood transfusion, you may have questions or concerns. Learn what to expect before, during and after this procedure.
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Symptoms of a blood product transfusion reaction
If your child receives blood or blood products, watch for these symptoms of a possible transfusion reaction. Questions? Talk to your doctor or nurse.