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Medical Conditions - Hypochromia

Hypochromia is a condition in which the red blood cells appear paler than their normal color when viewed under a microscope. This is due to inadequate hemoglobin in the red blood cells which gives the pigment to the cells.

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What do hypochromia and anisocytosis mean?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.An HbA1c of 11 is very high, and it suggests uncontrolled diabetes. I suggest you investigate your urine sugar, blood fasting sugar, serum urea, and creatinine.

What does 'hypochromic and microcytic RBC' mean?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The presence of microcytic hypochromic red cells is indicative of iron deficiency anemia. Apart from this finding, the other findings are normal.

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