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Microcytic anemia, normal iron levels
by scribblerr, Oct 27, 2007 01:59AM
I just received three units of blood because my hemoglobin count was at 6, post transfusion it got almost to 8. I won't be able to see the hematologist for another week, but my GP's referral says "marked microcytic anemia, normal iron studies."
He said something about having me tested for Thalessemia, I know this is a genetic blood disorder, but isn't it only diagnosed in babies and children? I'm 45, and I was under the impression that few patients with this disorder make it past early adulthood.
Does anyone know what else this could be?
He said something about having me tested for Thalessemia, I know this is a genetic blood disorder, but isn't it only diagnosed in babies and children? I'm 45, and I was under the impression that few patients with this disorder make it past early adulthood.
Does anyone know what else this could be?
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