nitrogen (ËnaÉªtrÉdÊÉn ) noun. a. a colourless odourless relatively unreactive gaseous element that forms 78 per cent (by volume) of the air, occurs in many compounds, and is an essential constituent of proteins and nucleic acids: used in the manufacture of ammonia and other chemicals and as a refrigerant.
Polycythemia Vera: Doctor Discussion Guide. Since polycythemia vera is a type of blood cancer, you'll want to see a hematologist. Here are some questions to ask during your next appointmentâ¦ read more read more
We usually diagnose polycythemia vera through a blood test, which can reveal abnormal levels of certain blood components such as an elevated level of red blood cells. To confirm the diagnosis, we also may recommend that you undergo a bone marrow biopsy, or a test for the specific genetic mutation in JAK2.