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Algorithmic Approach to Anemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework by MCV

Microcytic (MCV < 80) "TAILS":
 • Thalassemia
Algorithmic Approach ... Diagnosis Framework ... by MCV Microcytic ... #MCV #Algorithm ... #hematology
Anemia Diagnostic Algorithm

Mean corpuscular (cell) volume (MCV): Average RBC size. Under 80 = microcytic. Between 80-95
Anemia Diagnostic ... (cell) volume (MCV ... acute blood loss, hemolysis ... #Algorithm #Diagnosis ... #Workup #Hematology
Causes of Anemia by Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Low Mean Corpuscular Volume (<80
Corpuscular Volume (MCV ... Algorithm Low ... • Bleeding • Hemolysis ... #MCV #Classification ... #Hematology
General Approach to Anemia - Differential Diagnosis Framework
1) Check reticulocyte count to determine if hypo/hyper-proliferative
2) Exclude
General Approach to Anemia ... hyper-proliferative 2) Exclude hemolysis ... haptoglobin) 3) Use MCV ... guide further evaluation ... #hematology #algorithm