Our blood consists of many cell types that develop through different stages from a precursor type -- the blood stem cell. An international research team has now investigated the developmental pathways ...

Our blood consists of many cell types that develop through different stages from a precursor type—the blood stem cell. An ...

Cysteine is a semi-essential amino acid that plays a vital role in the body’s detoxification processes. It is a precursor to glutathione, one of the body’s most potent antioxidants. Glutathione is ...

State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis and Processing, Wuhan University of Technology, Wuhan 430070, China Hubei Longzhong Laboratory, Wuhan University of Technology ...

It is caused by mutations in the FERMT3 gene, impairing integrin function in both white blood cells and platelets. Thus, patients exhibit a variable degree of immunodeficiency along with a severe ...

They found hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) in human lung tissue that make red blood cells, as well as megakaryocytes, which produce the platelets that form blood clots. The findings appear Feb. 27 ...

Last year, the Oscars’ best supporting actor, best supporting actress, best actor, best director and best picture picks won all of the major precursors. While this year’s supporting awards ...

This led to the development of double pneumonia in both lungs. His medical team also found a low platelet count, raising concerns about the potential spread of infection into his bloodstream, which ...

Maricopa County School Superintendent Shelli Boggs warned schools that she would be monitoring their compliance with President Trump's efforts to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs.