There are also other tests, including free T3 and free T4 and thyroid antibodies, which are essential. I also look for associated problems such as gluten intolerance, food allergies, and heavy metals, as well as deficiencies of vitamin D, selenium, vitamin A, zinc, and omega-3 fats.
While the spleen functions chiefly to filter blood, it also stores red blood cells and platelets. In instances where extreme bleeding occurs, red blood cells, platelets, and macrophages are released from the spleen. Macrophages help to reduce inflammation and destroy pathogens or damaged cells in the injured area.
Introduction. The spleen is a fist-sized organ found in the upper left side of your abdomen, behind your stomach and left ribs. Some people are born without a spleen or need to have it removed because of disease or injury.he spleen has a few important functions: 1  it fights any invading germs in the blood (the spleen contains infection-fighting white blood cells). 2  it controls the level of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets (platelets are small cells that form blood clots).