THE CORPUSCULAR ELEMENTS OF BLOOD
Keywords:
corpuscular elements, erythrocytes, leukocytes, thrombocytes (platelets), hematopoiesis, anemia, leukemia, thrombocytopenia, complete blood count (CBC), AI in hematology, gene therapy, liquid biopsyAbstract
Blood is a specialized connective tissue composed of plasma and corpuscular (cellular) elements. The corpuscular elements include erythrocytes (red blood cells), leukocytes (white blood cells), and thrombocytes (platelets). They constitute approximately 45% of total blood volume and play critical roles in oxygen transport, immune defense, and hemostasis. This scientific review provides an in-depth analysis of the morphology, physiology, hematopoiesis, laboratory diagnostics, clinical significance, and the latest research findings (2025–2026) on blood corpuscular elements, including CRISPR-based gene therapy, artificial intelligence (AI) in blood smear analysis, and novel functions of platelets. The article serves as a comprehensive resource for modern hematology and clinical medicine.
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