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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.
Answered 10/27/2018
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See below: Agree with Dr. B. Iron deficiency and thalassemia are common causes of microcytosis.
Answered 10/27/2018
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