Question 1

test showed moderate: poikilocytes, giant platelets, microcytosis, hypochromia. have fe deficient anemia, dr didn't say what the other values meant?

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Blood smear: 23 year old lady with Fe deficiency anemia with smear. 
You can google to learn more about these names. Poikilocytes refers to variation in the size and shape of the cells. Iron deficiency results in small red blood cells, microcytosis means small cells. Hypochromia refers to less color being seen in the cells because the heme pigment in hemoglobin contains Iron. Full workup and get treated.

Question 2

i did a complete blood picture and i found this comment rbcs show hypochromia  & microcytosis also mcv low 74.1 and mch low 24.1?

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Iron def: Sounds like iron (fe) deficiency anemia.  Your doctor will likely want to start you on fe suppliments.

Question 3

my complete blood picture results note is rbcs show hypochromia, microcytosis and anisocytosis should i see a doctor or not?

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Anemia of low iron?: Per your description, the most likely cause is iron deficiency anemia (hypochromia= less color/red than usual, microcytosis=smaller cells, anisocytosis=too many cells of different sizes). Being female of 39 (menstrual loss), i suspect this is most likely the diagnosis. Take some otc irons, avoid carbonated beverages (they bind up your irons), and consult doc for eval. Good luck.

Question 4

i'm 40 yers old, my labs says i have anisocytosis, hypochromia, microcytosis, polychromatophilia, ovalocytes and hemoglobine of 9 i'm very concerned. is this blood cancer? would 200mg of iron help raise iron levels and heal?

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: You have a significant anemia and the smear result is not consistent with just iron deficiency. Taking iron supplement won't hurt you but it may not correct the anemia. I doubt of any type of leukemia if white blood cell and platelet counts are within normal ranges (you did not mention so I assume they are normal). You need to be evaluated by a hematologist. Good luck.

Question 5

large platelets present anisocytosis 3+ microcytosis 2+ ovalocytes 1+ schistocytes 1+ hypochromia 3+. is this thalassemia?

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Doubt it: Isolated, this little fragment of a complete blood count means nothing. You also have to know the idiosyncracies of the technician -- are there overcalls? It wouldn't surprise me. The basic numbers are probably more helpful. Best wishes.

Question 6

my complete blood result is rbcs show hypochromia and microcytosis what that mean and is that cause dizziness, headache, and low pressure ?

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Anemia?: These appearances of your red blood cells are  consistent with iron deficiciency anema. However, these reports are less important than the numbers:  RBC count, hematocrit, hemoglobin, and blood iron measurements. If you have faiirly severe anemia, it could cause dizziness and maybe headache, but probably not low blood pressure. Discuss with your doctor.

Question 7

what causes microcytosis?

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Low Fe: Microcytic rbcs can be caused by a number of things but, by far, the most common cause is iron deficiency.  This can be caused by a low dietary intake of iron, poor absorption of iron for some reason, or blood loss.  In pre-menopausal, post-pubertal women, the most common cause is blood loss from monthly menstrual flow.  Low iron intake exacerbates this.

Question 8

how do i treat microcytosis?

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Fe supplements: If the microcytosis is due to low iron, then increased dietary intake is part of the answer. The most absorbed form of iron is in red meat (but that has its own health problems).  Unfortunately, plant-based iron is not as well absorbed in humans as in meat sources.  Thus, iron tablets may be necessary (very little is absorbed). If severe or anemic, a blood transfusion or IV iron may be necessary.

Question 9

ferritin  test  re microcytosis without anaemia?

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Hemoglobinopathy: Microcytosis without anemia more likely hemoglobinopathy. As cause. Hemoglobin electrophoresis.

Question 10

what does it mean to have microcytosis without anemia?

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See below: Microcytosis means the red blood cells are small.  This commonly occurs in iron deficiency but can be seen in a variety of hemoglobin disorders such as thalassemia.

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Test showed moderate: poikilocytes, giant platelets, microcytosis, hypochromia. have fe deficient anemia, dr didn't say what the other values meant?

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I did a complete blood picture and i found this comment rbcs show hypochromia & microcytosis also mcv low 74.1 and mch low 24.1?

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My complete blood picture results note is rbcs show hypochromia, microcytosis and anisocytosis should i see a doctor or not?

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I'm 40 yers old, my labs says i have anisocytosis, hypochromia, microcytosis, polychromatophilia, ovalocytes and hemoglobine of 9 i'm very concerned. is this blood cancer? would 200mg of iron help raise iron levels and heal?

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Large platelets present anisocytosis 3+ microcytosis 2+ ovalocytes 1+ schistocytes 1+ hypochromia 3+. is this thalassemia?

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My complete blood result is rbcs show hypochromia and microcytosis what that mean and is that cause dizziness, headache, and low pressure ?

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What causes microcytosis?

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Ferritin test re microcytosis without anaemia?

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