What Diseases Can Be Treated With Apheresis?
October 25, 2018
Apheresis is a treatment option that works to remove blood from a patient. Donor blood may also be used. The blood is put into a centrifuge and separated. The parts withdrawn include platelets, plasma, and leukocytes, depending on the condition being treated. Once these are pulled out, they are transfused back into the patient. Certain blood components may contribute to different medical conditions. By removing these, the theory is the disease will improve. There are several medical conditions apheresis may be used for. If patients have any of these conditions, their doctor will evaluate their condition and help them to determine if apheresis is a viable treatment option.