UTMB Patho Exam 1 Questions and Answers with complete solutions

Erythropoiesis - • The main process of RBC regulation • When decreased oxygen levels are detected, they kidneys release erythropoietin which stimulates the red bone marrow to make and release more RBCs Normocytic - Normal size Microcytic - Small size Macrocytic - Large size Normochromic - Normal color Hypochromic - Low color Megaloblastic - enlarged and abnormally shaped Anemia - Low numbers of RBC's, low hemoglobin, or low hematocrit resulting from autoimmune diseases Blood Loss Bone Marrow failure from radiation infection or tumors Erythropoietin insufficiency Hemolysis Malnutrition (Iron, Folate, Vitamin B12/B6) Symptoms of Anemia - FatigueShortness of Breath Pallor Low Blood Pressure Anxiety increased Heart Rate Normal RBC count in males - 4.2-5.4 million Normal RBC count in females - 3.6-5.0 Normal Hemoglobin count in males - 14-16.5 Normal Hemoglobin count in females - 12-15