Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

What is the most common cause of iron deficiency in females aged 20-50? _____

Hint: 2

Iron deficiency anaemia presents with _____, SOB, & headaches

Iron deficiency anaemia FBC: _____ Hb ↓ MCV

Hint: ↓/↑

_____ haemoglobin (HbS) contains an abnormal β-globin chain that polymerises altering the RBC shape into a sickle form

The underlying _____ of iron deficiency anaemia should be identified & treated first

What is the most common cause of iron deficiency in infants? _____

Ferritin levels can be artificially raised in _____ or inflammatory states

Iron deficiency anemia is associated with a(n) _____ red cell distribution width (RDW)

What is the most common form of anaemia? _____

What haematologic pathology is associated with restless legs syndrome? _____