Hematopoietic profile of the umbilical cord blood of Congolese neonates
Journal Title: The Journal of Medical Research - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Context: Several emerging diseases, including diabetes, cancer and others, are still incurable. It is shown today that there are new therapeutic potential of stem cells contained in the wall of the umbilical cord. The use of these cells has contributed to therapeutic advances in regenerative medicine. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to determine the hematopoietic profile of the umbilical cord blood of newborns. Material and methods: Blood samples were collected at the maternity ward of the CMDC medical center by clamping. The evaluation of the hematological and morphological parameters were analyzed respectively by the hematological automaton and the electron microscope. Results: The study involved samples of 16 newborns. The erythrocyte constants show: MCV (90.12 ± 9.12 fl), MCHC (33.35 ± 5.36 g / dl) and MCHC (29.83 ± 5.45pg). The average value of blood platelets is 349.62 ± 267.03.109 / L. The anemia of the erythrocyte line is the most represented. The most frequent leucocyte lineage differences are monocytosis, lymphocytosis and neutropenia. As for the platelet lineage, there was thrombocytosis and thrombocytopenia. Conclusion: Umbilical cord blood contains stem cells, capable of producing all other blood cells. Hence its use in regenerative medicine.
Authors and Affiliations
Arsène Kabamba Tshikongo, Joelle Kibulu Koke, Sifa Semakuba Mawazo, Zet Lukumwena Kalala, Albert Longanga Otshudi
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