This episode breaks down common blood test results in myeloma, helping patients and carers understand what the numbers mean, what matters most, and when to worry (and when not to).

📌Key Takeaways:

• Not all ‘red’ results are bad - trends over time matter more than a single number.
• Three key numbers to watch: haemoglobin, neutrophils and platelets.
• Blood tests are your roadmap - guiding treatment, safety and how you’re really doing.

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ABOUT YOUR HOSTS

Dr. Jam Kothari

Dr Jam Kothari (@myeloma_medic) is an Oxford based blood cancer doctor, specialising in the treatment of multiple myeloma and associated conditions. He has been a consultant for a decade, and leads the provision of myeloma care for Oxford and neighbouring areas. He lectures regionally and nationally and leads clinical trials investigating the use of new treatments for myeloma. He is a strong believer in patient based, holistic care, delivered with warmth, clarity and integrity.

Dr. Sally Moore

Dr Sally Moore is a Bristol based consultant who specialises in treating patients living with multiple myeloma and other plasma cell disorders. She oversees the delivery of clinical research studies for myeloma patients and has academic interests in how to maximise quality of life for patients and improve outcomes in older, less fit patients. She frequently contributes to myeloma related educational events for fellow doctors and healthcare professionals at a local, regional and national level and is an active member of the UK Myeloma Research Alliance and an executive member of the UK Myeloma Society.