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What is the hemoglobin threshold for diagnosing anaemia in non-pregnant women over the age of 15?
What is the hemoglobin threshold for diagnosing anaemia in non-pregnant women over the age of 15?
- 120 g/l (correct)
- 110 g/l
- 130 g/l
- 140 g/l
Which of the following best defines anaemia according to the World Health Organization?
Which of the following best defines anaemia according to the World Health Organization?
- A blood disorder leading to excessive red blood cell production.
- A condition with a hemoglobin level below 130 g/l in men. (correct)
- A diagnosis determined only by age and gender, not hemoglobin levels.
- A condition characterized by a shortage of red blood cells.
Which morphological findings are primarily associated with iron deficiency anaemia?
Which morphological findings are primarily associated with iron deficiency anaemia?
- Macrocytic red blood cells
- Microcytic and hypochromic red blood cells (correct)
- Hyperchromic red blood cells
- Normocytic red blood cells
What additional condition might be associated with macrocytic red blood cells aside from iron deficiency?
What additional condition might be associated with macrocytic red blood cells aside from iron deficiency?
Which of the following would NOT be a valid differential diagnosis for anaemias with large red blood cells?
Which of the following would NOT be a valid differential diagnosis for anaemias with large red blood cells?
Flashcards
What is anemia?
What is anemia?
A condition characterized by a lower than normal level of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood. This results in a reduced ability to deliver oxygen to the body's tissues.
How are anemias categorized based on red blood cell size?
How are anemias categorized based on red blood cell size?
Anemia can be categorized by the size of red blood cells. Macrocytic anemia has large red blood cells, microcytic anemia has small red blood cells, and normocytic anemia has normal-sized red blood cells.
What is iron deficiency anemia?
What is iron deficiency anemia?
Iron deficiency anemia is a type of microcytic anemia caused by insufficient iron in the body. It's characterized by small, pale red blood cells (hypochromic).
What are cobalamin/folate deficiency anemias?
What are cobalamin/folate deficiency anemias?
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How does the WHO define anemia?
How does the WHO define anemia?
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Study Notes
Anemia Recap
- Anemia is defined as a low hemoglobin concentration.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) defines anemia as:
- Hemoglobin below 130g/L in men over 15 years old
- Hemoglobin below 120g/L in non-pregnant women over 15 years old
- Hemoglobin below 110g/L in pregnant women
- Reference ranges (RR):
- Men: 150 ± 20g/L
- Women: 135 ± 15g/L
Learning Objectives
- Define anemia
- Propose differential diagnoses for anemia related to red blood cell size
- Recognize the key morphological findings of iron deficiency and cobalamin/folate deficiency anemias
Types of Anemia
- Anemia is categorized by mean corpuscular volume (MCV):
- Low MCV (<83 fL): Iron deficiency, inflammation, sideroblastic anemia, hyperthyroidism, hemoglobinopathy, copper deficiency
- Normal MCV (83-101 fL): Inflammation, early cobalamin/folate/iron deficiency, bleeding/haemorrhage, copper deficiency
- High MCV (>101 fL): Hemolysis, cobalamin/folate deficiency, drugs (DNA synthesis), alcohol, liver disease, myelodysplastic syndrome, copper deficiency
Morphology
- Microcytic picture: Characterized by small red blood cells.
- Macrocytic picture: Characterized by large red blood cells.
Summary
- Anemia is a sign, not a disease.
- Causes of anemia are multifaceted.
- Blood cell morphology is a crucial first step in diagnosis.
- Various tests are needed for a definitive diagnosis.
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This quiz covers the definition of anemia, the criteria set by the WHO for identifying it in different populations, and the differentiation between various types of anemia based on mean corpuscular volume (MCV). You'll learn about key morphological findings related to iron deficiency and cobalamin/folate deficiency. Prepare to test your understanding of anemia's diagnostic criteria and classifications.
