MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -The spleen is a small organ inside your left rib cage, just above the stomach. It’s part of the lymphatic system (which is part of the immune system). The spleen stores and filters blood and makes white blood cells that protect you from infection.

Detailed explanation-2: -The spleen controls the level of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets (small cells that form blood clots). It screens the blood and removes any old or damaged red blood cells. If the spleen doesn’t work properly, it may start to remove healthy blood cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -The spleen helps filter the blood. It also stores some blood cells, including platelets. When thrombocytopenia is caused by ITP, platelets become trapped in the spleen. If ITP is not controlled with medicine, removing the spleen can be an effective treatment.