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Erythrocyte count b. decreased hemoglobin count c. microcytic rbcs what possible type of anemia am i suffering from?

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Anemia: The most common causes of microcytic anemia are iron deficiency, thalassemia, and anemia of chronic disease.

Answered 6/11/2014

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