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Appearance of red blood cells on blood film in iron deficiency anaemia. Note the irregular shaped blood cells that appear hollow. The white cell in this picture is normal.

Iron Deficiency Anaemia

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Introduction Iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) is the most common cause of anaemia world-wide. It occurs when there is insufficient iron to facilitate red blood cell production. It is particularly important…

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Histology showing macrocytosis (large red blood cells)

Macrocytic Anaemias

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Introduction Anaemia is one of the most common presenting complaints to general practice. One of several ways in which anaemias can be classified, is by red cell size. As such,…

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Microcytosis seen on blood film in iron deficiency anaemia

Microcytic anaemias

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Introduction Anaemia is one of the most common presenting complaints to general practice. One of several ways in which anaemias can be classified, is by red cell size. As such,…

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