Adverse effects of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol on sickle red blood cells

Am J Hematol. 2023 Dec;98(12):E383-E386. doi: 10.1002/ajh.27109. Epub 2023 Oct 6.

Abstract

THC triggers a pronounced entry of Ca2+ , which may be deleterious, into sickle cell red blood cells via activation of the TRPV2 channel.

Publication types

  • Letter
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Anemia, Sickle Cell* / drug therapy
  • Dronabinol* / adverse effects
  • Erythrocytes
  • Humans

Substances

  • Dronabinol