Cold agglutinin disease is an autoimmune disease where antibodies attach to red blood cells at low temperatures, causing hemolysis. There are two types, primary and secondary, with symptoms including anemia, discolored fingers and toes, and chronic fatigue. Prevention is the best treatment, but in severe cases, doctors may use monoclonal antibodies or immunosuppressant drugs. Cold […]
Agglutinin is a substance in the blood that binds molecules together, part of the immune system’s response to foreign bodies. It can be used to identify infections and blood types. Cold agglutinins can cause tissue damage in extreme cases, and high levels can indicate certain infections or conditions. Agglutinin is a substance in the blood […]
