Therapeutic Phlebotomy
Therapeutic Phlebotomy
A Simple Procedure with Powerful Health Benefits
If you’ve been diagnosed with elevated red blood cell levels or high hematocrit, Therapeutic Phlebotomy may be the key to restoring balance and protecting your long-term health.
This treatment involves the controlled removal of blood—similar to a standard blood donation—to reduce the concentration of red blood cells and improve blood viscosity and circulation.
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Especially Beneficial For:
- Patients with polycythemia (increased red blood cells)
- Individuals with elevated hematocrit due to medical conditions
- Men on testosterone therapy, which can raise red blood cell count as a side effect
Why It Matters: Too many red blood cells can make your blood thicker than normal, putting strain on your heart and increasing your risk for blood clots, stroke, and other complications. Therapeutic phlebotomy helps thin the blood naturally, promoting safer and more efficient circulation.
Benefits Include:
- Reduced blood viscosity (thickness)
- Improved cardiovascular health
- Lower risk of clotting, stroke, and heart strain
- Safe, fast, and clinically supervised treatment
- This is a low-risk, physician-directed procedure that takes under an hour and can be repeated as needed based on your lab values and medical history
- Usual amount of blood withdrawn Can be anywhere from 250 ML’s – 473ML’s (1 Pint) depending on specific individual needs.
