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Laboratory diagnosis of iron deficiency anemia

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia and, in general, the diagnosis is easily established by simple tests that are routinely available in general laboratories. The interpretation of results, however, must be carefully carried out keeping in mind the limitations and interference in each reaction. This review presents the tests that assist in the investigation of iron deficiency, with some technical aspects and comments on their interpretation.

Iron deficiency anemia; laboratory findings; hypochromic anemia


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