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Lab Medicine Edition | CBC: Hemoglobin/Anemia (Micro, Macro, Hemolytic)

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Understanding Anemia: Causes and Evaluation

Exploring the differential diagnosis and initial workup for anemia, the chapter delves into the three main pathophysiologic processes leading to low hemoglobin levels: blood loss, decreased production, and hemolysis. Emphasis is placed on considering pretest probability and patient location while discussing various causes including iron deficiency, production issues, nutritional factors, chronic kidney disease, and heme diseases.

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