Types of Anemia
This type of anemia results from a deficiency in iron.
What is iron-deficiency anemia
A common dietary reason for iron-deficiency anemia.
What is a lack of iron-rich foods
This symptom is a feeling of being unusually tired or weak
What is fatigue
This test measures the percentage of red blood cells in blood
What is hematocrit
Common supplement used for iron-deficiency anemia
What is ferrous sulfate (iron)
Caused by the destruction of red blood cells.
What is hemolytic anemia
This gender is more at risk for iron-deficiency anemia due to menstruation
What is female
This symptom is a pale or sallow skin tone
What is pallor
The oxygen-carrying protein measured to evaluate anemia
What is hemoglobin
Food to avoid when taking oral iron due to interference with absorption
What is milk or calcium-rich foods
A type of anemia caused by vitamin B12 deficiency.
What is pernicious anemia
A chronic disease that can cause anemia of chronic disease. What is kidney disease?
What is kidney disease
A symptom of iron-deficiency anemia involving cravings for non-food items
What is pica
Lab finding typically low in iron-deficiency anemia.
What is serum ferritin
This vitamin enhances iron absorption
What is vitamin C
An inherited anemia where the red blood cells are abnormally shaped.
What is sickle cell anemia
A condition where the body absorbs too little vitamin B12.
What is pernicious anemia
A sign of anemia that involves difficulty catching breath with exertion
What is shortness of breath or dyspnea
Term for abnormally small red blood cells.
What is microcytic
Injection used to treat B12 deficiency.
What is cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)
A rare, serious condition where the bone marrow stops making new blood cells
What is aplastic anemia
This genetic condition affects hemoglobin production
What is thalassemia
A heart-related symptom that can occur with severe anemia.
What is tachycardia or heart palpitations
A test used to differentiate between B12 and folate deficiency
What is methylmalonic acid (MMA)
This medical intervention may be necessary for severe anemia or blood loss
What is a blood transfusion