Platelet engraftment after allogenic stem cell transplantation is monitoredby digital polymerase chain reaction without interferencebyplatelet support

Leukocyte and platelet counts after transplantation with hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) serve as an early and relevant sign for the success of transplantation. The time to leukocyte and platelet engraftment appears to be a valid predictor of the probability of complications in transplanted patients, especially for those receiving allogeneic HSC transplantation [1]. The Center for International Blood& Marrow Transplant Research (CIBMTR) and the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) agree in the definition of leukocyte engraftment as the third day of 3 consecutive days with absolute neutrophil counts (ANC)>500/mm3.
Source: Experimental Hematology - Category: Hematology Authors: Source Type: research