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What is
essential
thrombocythemia
(ET)?
Most commonly diagnosed in women over the age of 50, ET is associated with a proliferation of platelet precursors in the bone marrow and complications frequently include blood clotting and/or bleeding.
Learn more about ETWhat is
polycythemia vera
(PV)?
The disease is most common in men over the age of 60, but anyone can develop PV. PV patients typically experience an elevated red blood cell count, an elevated platelet count and an enlarged spleen, especially over time.
Learn more about PVWhat is
myelofibrosis
(MF)?
MF is a chronic blood cancer in which excessive scar tissue forms in the bone marrow and impairs its ability to produce normal blood cells.
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Do you know your mutations? Genetics crossword
MPN NEWS | October 4, 2024
Do you know about mutations? Instructions: New genes and proteins are being discovered every year in the landscape of MPN research. Put your genetic know-how to the ultimate test with this advanced-level MPN crossword puzzle. Answers may include gene acronyms, mutations, and numbers, but no hyphens. You can find these answers below. Answers: Sources: Guglielmelli, P.,… Read More »Do you know your mutations? Genetics crossword
MPN NEWS | September 3, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Zhenya Senyak, who has died surrounded by his loving family in Asheville NC, after a long journey with illness. Those who have been in the MPN community for some time will recognize Zhenya’s passing as a watershed event. His dedication, resolve, and tireless… Read More »Remembering Zhenya Senyak
New Study Reveals On-Off Switch for Platelet Production
MPN NEWS | August 27, 2024
“This new work from Gaertner et al. is significant and potentially field-changing,” says Anandi Krishnan PhD from Rutgers University, commenting on the new Nature journal study. “This is especially relevant in the context of managing blood disorders such as MPNs.” The study does not mention ‘cancer’ or ‘myeloproliferation,’ yet its findings may be crucial… Read More »New Study Reveals On-Off Switch for Platelet Production
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