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
Polycythemia vera is a disease in which too many red blood cells are made in the bone marrow. In polycythemia vera, the blood becomes thickened with too many red blood cells. The number of white blood cells and platelets may also increase. These extra blood cells may collect in the spleen and cause it to swell.