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term 1-3d 2w 1m 6m-2y 2-6y 6-12y 12-18y
criteria
AGE Hb in g/dL
Volume of RBCs
NORMAL 80-100 Fl
MCH
NORMAL 27-31 pg
MCHC
Anisocytosis
NORMAL 11.5-14
Reticulocyte count
RBC
Size
Color
Shape
Inclusion bodies
Immature cells
CKD
others
iron deficiency parameters
Yes no
reticulocyte count
Decreased increased
Hypothyroidism Hemolysis
Liver disease hemorrhage
When peripheral smear points towards an
hemolytic etiology –
- Iron status
- B12 level
- Folate level
If other cell lines also affected
Initial management may depend on the
severity of anemia & general condition of
the patient
Parasitic infestations