Difficult to detect and treat once the damage is done, carbon monoxide is known as the silent killer. This sneaky, toxic gas finds its way into your home through a wide range of seemingly harmless sources.
More Info... by email. wiseGEEK Slideshows. Inflammation of the small blood vessels of the body is known as leukocytoclastic vasculitis. This disorder causes damage to the blood vessels, leading to bleeding and sometimes damage to surrounding tissues.
ï· Thrombocythaemia: potassium is released from platelets. ï· Leukocytosis: [K + ] increases owing to leakage from white blood cells and increased white blood cell fragility. ï· Fist clenching: this can cause potassium efflux from cells, leading to a spuriously raised concentration. ï· Contamination: use of KâEDTA collection tube; specimen collection from vein into which potassium is being infused. ï· Genetic: familial pseudohyperkalaemia (uncommon). 2.