Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), sometimes called “economy class syndrome” is the formation of a blood clot in a vein deep within the body, usually in the legs.  Not only can DVT be painful, but it can also lead to a potentially fatal condition called pulmonary embolism if the clot breaks free and travels through the [...]

Tags: blood clots, deep vein thrombosis, Factor V Leiden, family history, Prothrombin

SNPwatch gives you the latest news about research linking various traits and conditions to individual genetic variations. These studies are exciting because they offer a glimpse into how genetics may affect our bodies and health; but in most cases, more work is needed before this research can provide information of value to individuals. For that [...]

Tags: blood clots, blood disorder, essential thrombocythemia, JAK2, leukemia, myeloproliferative neoplasm, polycythemia vera, primary myelofibrosis