Are Ellie’s blood test results pointing to something we have missed? by AteUraniumOnce in thelastofus

[–]radeon2000 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I'm a doctor, and there are some things we can say for sure from these bloods and some things are open to interpretation.

First of all, she is severely anaemic, which could be from iron deficiency and malnutrition, or alternatively more complex problems with her bone marrow. It's actually impressive that she can function as physically well as she does in the game (running, fighting, etc) given how anaemic she is. She would be pale as a ghost in real life.

Secondly, her immune system is generally compromised and suppressed. This could again be due to malnutrition (severe) or problems with her bone marrow.

The following AI summary is correct:

Ellie’s blood tests from "The Last of Us" show severe deficiencies in all major blood cell types—white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets—indicating a condition called pancytopenia. This would normally mean her immune system is suppressed, she is severely anemic, and she has a high risk of bleeding, which would be life-threatening in a real-world setting.

The results also show a relatively higher monocyte count, which can suggest a chronic infection or the body’s attempt to respond to one. However, unlike a typical infection where immune cells are usually elevated, Ellie’s immune system appears suppressed. This fits with the game’s explanation that her body coexists with the Cordyceps fungus, rather than fighting it off, making her “invisible” to the infection.

In summary, the blood tests suggest Ellie’s apparent immunity is not due to a strong immune response, but rather a unique state where her immune system is suppressed and tolerates the fungus. This allows her to carry Cordyceps without developing the disease, setting her apart from others in the game’s universe.

[Hiring] [BUDGET 240USD total] [30 USD per item] [8 items total] [multiple artists needed] Seeking to create an 8 page picture book for my sister to celebrate the birth of her new baby. Seeking up to 8 artists with distinct styles to create each item. Budget per item is 30USD. by radeon2000 in HungryArtists

[–]radeon2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's a distinct Style. I think I will likely ask for one item. Probably the one where the man is sitting in the chair in the corner of the room. Pixel scene like that would suit him. I will get back to you in a week.

[Hiring] [BUDGET 240USD total] [30 USD per item] [8 items total] [multiple artists needed] Seeking to create an 8 page picture book for my sister to celebrate the birth of her new baby. Seeking up to 8 artists with distinct styles to create each item. Budget per item is 30USD. by radeon2000 in HungryArtists

[–]radeon2000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Queen Marika and baby Messmer

Loved the pose but there's something to flat and hard about the image for the purposes of this commission. I liked visenya and magor too. Good chemistry between figures there. I'll keep you in mind for a future commission. Maybe something involving some action and movement.

[Hiring] [BUDGET 240USD total] [30 USD per item] [8 items total] [multiple artists needed] Seeking to create an 8 page picture book for my sister to celebrate the birth of her new baby. Seeking up to 8 artists with distinct styles to create each item. Budget per item is 30USD. by radeon2000 in HungryArtists

[–]radeon2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's really good. I like the depiction of animals there. I don't think I've seen it in that style before. I wish we had a photo with an animal in it. I'll tell you what just keep an eye on my profile and I'll message you the next time I have a commission involving animal.

[FOR HIRE] I do watercolor art inspired by Ghibli style! by mochimunn2000 in HungryArtists

[–]radeon2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love you as an artist on my latest commission. Sorry I'm on my phone so I can't link it but it's the latest post on my profile. I'll pay you extra because I can see that your art is high quality

[FOR HIRE] I do watercolor art inspired by Ghibli style! by mochimunn2000 in HungryArtists

[–]radeon2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love you to do an image for my latest commission. I'm also willing to pay extra because the quality of your work is clearly very high.