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An individual diagnosed with anemia has a low count of red blood cells why do they lack energy?
Because iron is necesary in the production of red blood cells. Since its job is pretty much to bond with oxygen and take it to its place the cells are only produced at the rate that the iron allows it to. Low iron=low Blood cell Count=anemia. Iron can be found in spinach, beef, peanutbutter, iron pills...ect
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How is hemolytic anemia diagnosed?
physicians will examine the blood for the number of young red blood cells, since the number of young cells is increased in hemolytic anemia.
I feel fatigued and VERY dizzy. I am currently on my period. What is the cause for this?
Dizziness and fatigue are usually signs of anemia (poor blood count). This can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. If anemia is diagnosed, one may have to take iron supplements.
How serious is a diagnosis of aplastic anemia?
Aplastic Anemia is a very serious condition. If you are diagnosed with this it would mean that your blood cells are attacking your bone marrow. You may need a marrow transplant.
Would the red blood cell count for an individual with aplastic anemia be higher lower or the same as the red blood cell count of a healthy individual?
It would be lower. Aplastic anemia is the result of the failure of the bone marrow to produce adequate blood cells.
Would the red blood cell count for an individual with aplastic anemia be higher or lower or the same as the red blood cell count of a healthy individual?
lower
What is hemorragia anemia?
Anemia is reduced hemoglobin in blood. One cause of anemia is blood loss. Bleeding is called hemorrhagia. Anemia caused by blood loss is hemorrhagic anemia.
How is sideroblastic anemia diagnosed?
Blood tests are used to examine the appearance and other characteristics of red cells and to measure the amount of iron in the blood. Bone marrow biopsy is also used
Which explains the result for the individual with sickle cell anemia?
The shape of the red blood cells prevented them from settling.
How is fatigue diagnosed?
Several diagnostic tests may also be required to rule out common physical causes of exhaustion, such as blood tests to check for iron-deficiency anemia.
Is anemia a Latin word for blood?
"Anemia" is of Greek origin, from an- "without" and haema "blood".
How is Goodpasture's syndrome diagnosed?
a complete blood count (CBC) to confirm anemia, iron levels to check for blood loss and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels to test the kidney function. A urinalysis will be done to check for damage to the kidneys.
What is the main term for iron deficient anemia?
The main term for iron deficiency anemia is simply "iron deficiency anemia" (IDA). It occurs when the body lacks sufficient iron to produce hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. This condition can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, and pale skin. Iron deficiency anemia is often diagnosed through blood tests and can be treated with dietary changes, iron supplements, or addressing underlying causes.
