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Thrombocytopenia

Learn about thrombocytopenia (also spelt thrombocytopaenia) — low levels of platelets in your blood, which can cause bleeding problems.

Thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS)

Learn about TTS, a blood-clotting syndrome linked to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine (Vaxzevria). This vaccine is no longer available in Australia.

Blood clots can cause different problems depending on where they are in your body. A blood clot can affect your heart, lung or brain, which could be life-threatening. Learn how to recognise the signs and symptoms of a blood clot.

D-dimer test

The D-dimer test is a blood test that checks for, or monitors, blood-clotting problems. Find out what a positive result means for you.

Blood transfusion

Blood transfusion is a safe procedure. Find out about the different types, why you might need a blood transfusion and what happens when you receive it.

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