Heinz Bodies
Overview
Heinz bodies are basophilic inclusions adjacent to the cell membrane that are seen only on supravital staining.
These inclusions are made of denatured haemoglobin, and are a sign of oxidative haemolysis.
Causes of Heinz Bodies
- Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency
- Unstable haemoglobins
- Drug-induced oxidative haemolysis
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