Hematology Macrocytic Anemia
Hematology
and Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic Anemia
Hematology
and
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Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic
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Anemiaand
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Hemoglobinopathies
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Questions and
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Hematology Macrocytic Anemia and
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Hematology Macrocytic Anemia
Hematology
and Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic Anemia
Hematology
and
Study
Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic
Guide Questions
Anemiaand
and
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Answers
Hemoglobinopathies
Guide2026.pdf
Questions and
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Conditions where RBCs are larger than normal Macrocytosis
T/F: Macrocytosis is a disease. FALSE!!!
*Macrocytosis is NOT a disease itself, rather a condition that results from
underlying health conditions*
How do we diagnose macrocytic anemia? (2) - Elevated MCV (>100)
- Observation of larger than normal RBCs on peripheral blood smear
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What are the three most common causes of macrocytic - Vitamin B12/Folate deficiency
anemia? - Alcohol use or liver disease
- Medications
Folic acid and B12 deficiency present in a similar manner. B12 has neuro findings!!!! Folate DOES NOT!!!!!!!!
Which one has neuro findings?
Both folic acid and B12 require normal functioning __ __ Gastric mucosa
What are some common sx of macrocytic anemia? (8) - Fatigue
- N/V/D
- Glossitis/Mouth sores
- Anorexia/Weight loss
What are some neurologic sx of macrocytic anemia? (4) - Numbness or tingling in hands and feet
- Vision problems
- Issues with memory or confusion
- Difficult time walking or speaking
If neurologic problems develop from vitamin B12 They can be!!! But they may not be reversible!!
deficiency, can they be reversible?
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What produces Intrinsic Factor? Parietal cells found in the gastric mucosa
B12 must bind to __ __ to be absorbed in the terminal ileum. Intrinsic factor
Where is B12 transported to? (2) - Bone marrow
- Liver
The liver typically has a __ to __ year supply of B12. 2 to 4 year
B12 deficiency has the potential to cause what? Cause irreversible damage to the nervous system!!!
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Hematology
and Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic Anemia
Hematology
and
Study
Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic
Guide Questions
Anemiaand
and
Study
Answers
Hemoglobinopathies
Guide2026.pdf
Questions and
Study
Answers
Guide2026.pdf
Questions and Answers 2026.pdf
Hematology Macrocytic Anemia and
Hemoglobinopathies Study Guide
Questions and Answers 2026
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Hematology Macrocytic Anemia
Hematology
and Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic Anemia
Hematology
and
Study
Hemoglobinopathies
Macrocytic
Guide Questions
Anemiaand
and
Study
Answers
Hemoglobinopathies
Guide2026.pdf
Questions and
Study
Answers
Guide2026.pdf
Questions and Answers 2026.pdf
,Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf
Terms in this set (109)
Conditions where RBCs are larger than normal Macrocytosis
T/F: Macrocytosis is a disease. FALSE!!!
*Macrocytosis is NOT a disease itself, rather a condition that results from
underlying health conditions*
How do we diagnose macrocytic anemia? (2) - Elevated MCV (>100)
- Observation of larger than normal RBCs on peripheral blood smear
Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf
,Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf
What are the three most common causes of macrocytic - Vitamin B12/Folate deficiency
anemia? - Alcohol use or liver disease
- Medications
Folic acid and B12 deficiency present in a similar manner. B12 has neuro findings!!!! Folate DOES NOT!!!!!!!!
Which one has neuro findings?
Both folic acid and B12 require normal functioning __ __ Gastric mucosa
What are some common sx of macrocytic anemia? (8) - Fatigue
- N/V/D
- Glossitis/Mouth sores
- Anorexia/Weight loss
What are some neurologic sx of macrocytic anemia? (4) - Numbness or tingling in hands and feet
- Vision problems
- Issues with memory or confusion
- Difficult time walking or speaking
If neurologic problems develop from vitamin B12 They can be!!! But they may not be reversible!!
deficiency, can they be reversible?
Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf
, Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf
What produces Intrinsic Factor? Parietal cells found in the gastric mucosa
B12 must bind to __ __ to be absorbed in the terminal ileum. Intrinsic factor
Where is B12 transported to? (2) - Bone marrow
- Liver
The liver typically has a __ to __ year supply of B12. 2 to 4 year
B12 deficiency has the potential to cause what? Cause irreversible damage to the nervous system!!!
Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf Hematology_ Macrocytic Anemia and Hemoglobinopathies.pdf
