What Does Your Live Blood Say?
Within a single drop of blood is a vast universe of information.
With the help of a powerful microscope (X800 magnification), we are able to dive deep within to observe the live state of the blood! At the cellular level, we can analyze the environment (aka terrain) of the blood. This includes the red blood cells, white blood cells, plasma, and all the structures that manifest as a result of the state of one’s health. We can see how all these components interact as an ecosystem, creating the foundation of your health.
Below are some examples of what can be observed using dark field microscopy. These conditions can help point at weaknesses within the body that require extra attention so that they do not progress into chronic disease. Live blood analysis is therefore a powerful tool to help address imbalances before they manifest into more serious health conditions. Prevention is key!
If you already have a pre-existing health condition, live blood analysis is a wonderful opportunity to make specific changes to your wellness plans that will be tailored to your unique needs. It is never too late to take charge of your health!
The human body is a wonderful creation. Every 120 days, the body turns over all red blood cells and new ones are produced. Given the right nutrients, hydration, and rest, your new batch of red blood cells should reproduce strongly and efficiently. But, when there is a deficiency along the way, it can result in cellular damage and thus the cell membrane will become compromised. The results can be clearly seen under the microscope.
Let’s take a look at what the live blood tells us!
Fibrin
The ‘white sticks’ in the plasma of this sample (right) are called fibrin. They are protein threads produced by the liver. They are inflammatory markers which clot the blood. This creates a congested state within the terrain, making the blood ‘thicker’. Excess fibrin can result in poor circulation and therefore poor oxygen delivery. This is concerning for the heart and the brain especially.
Ghost Cells
These are red blood cells (RBC) which have lost their lipid bi-layer (left) and have dispersed hemoglobin, leaving a shadow-like appearance. Ghost cells may be the result of a RBC that is dying off or a RBC that was poorly formed in the first place.
Viral Spiking
The RBC (right) with sticks pointing out of them are indicators that there was an exposure to a virus. It is very common to see this during the flu season or if someone is battling a cold. They usually disappear once the infection is cleared. Seasonal immune support is recommended in these cases.
Clustered Fibrin
The cloudy-looking spots (left) in the plasma are clustered fibrin. They induce a blood-clotting effect. This is a typical picture of poor circulation paired with high inflammation. Achey joints, foggy brain, and increased blood pressure are some of the results of too much clustered fibrin.
Acanthocytes
Misshapen RBC’s (right) are known as acanthocytes. A well formed RBC is round, smooth, and plump. But, when there is excessive oxidative damage it will denature the cell membranes. This results in wavy-looking RBC’s instead of smooth ones. Antioxidant support is suggested for cases like these. IV therapy with glutathione (master antioxidant) can be used in more severe cases.
Ovalocytes
When the RBC takes on an oval shape, it is called an ovalocyte. They are indicators of potential hormonal imbalances and also a need for healthier sources of fat, since the membranes are made of essential fatty acids. It can also be an indicator of a genetic blood disorder i.e Thalassemia.
Elevated White Blood Cells (WBC)
A healthy immune system will create a strong response when exposed to pathogens. In this blood sample, the six bright cells are neutrophils. They mainly target bacteria and roam around cleaning up debris in the plasma. Of all the different types of WBC, neutrophils are the most abundant. They have a five day lifespan.
Symplasts
Symplasts are bright, large, and can take many unusual forms. Essentially, they are products of metabolic waste. They indicate a need to support elimination pathways in order to detoxify more efficiently. When toxins build up in the system without proper elimination, they get recirculated in the blood and can reek havoc on overall health.
Symplasts
This is another example of a symplast (right), but with a different shape. The dark areas within this structure point at a toxic overload. It is therefore critical in this case to reduce toxin exposure and to support proper elimination of waste. Time for a detox!
Macrocytes
In this sample (left), you can see that there is a variation in size amongst the RBC’s. Macrocytes are enlarged RBC’s. This typically results if there was a B12 or folate deficiency at the time of production. Heavy consumption of alcohol greatly decreases B12 and folate stores.