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Chinese researchers have discovered that the spleen could be instrumental in treating diabetes, following successful cell transplant experiments.

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Enlarged spleen: Learn the possible causes of an enlarged spleen, symptoms to be aware of, and treatments that can help. Skip to main content . Home ; ... trapping old and damaged red blood cells.

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The spleen also stores blood cells that the body can use in an emergency, such as severe blood loss. The spleen holds around 25–30% of the body’s red blood cells and about 25% of its platelets.

Sickle cell disease affects millions of people throughout the world. Sickled blood cells can clog the spleen’s filters, leading to a potentially life-threatening situation.