Red cells from patients with sickle cell anaemia (SCA) contain the abnormal haemoglobin HbS. Under hypoxic conditions, HbS polymerises and causes red cell sickling, a rise in intracellular Ca2+ and exposure of phosphatidylserine...
Pregnancy is characterized by adaptations in the function of several maternal body systems that ensure the development of the fetus whilst maintaining health of the mother. The renal system is responsible for water and...