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Algorithm for the evaluation of macrocytic anemia. (RBC = red blood cell; MMA = methylmalonic acid.)
Physicians
Algorithm for the ... patients with macrocytosis ... the most likely cause ... recovery also causes ... #Diagnosis #Macrocytosis
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) Deficiency
Etiology:
 • Vit B12 - aka cobalamin. Present in foods derived from animal
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin ... • Common Causes ... related to IBD, celiac ... hypersegmented neutrophils, macrocytosis ... Deficiency #diagnosis #management
Fatigue and IBD Algorithm
 • 40-50% patients have fatigue despite clinical remission
 • Risk factors: BMI,
, Anemia • Prevalence ... Crohn's > UC Anemia ... If persistent macrocytosis ... /other causes • ... #diagnosis #management