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Hy everybody, ok it refers mainly to erythrocytes Anisocytosis: varying sizes Poikilocytosis: varyng shapes I hope it will be useful Best Regards Juan Camilo Baena Valencia Universidad de Caldas, Manizales
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Yes, sickle cell anemia is a type of poikilocytosis, which is a condition characterized by the presence of abnormally shaped red blood cells in the bloodstream. In sickle cell anemia, the red blood cells are crescent or sickle-shaped due to a genetic mutation in the hemoglobin protein.
Anisocytosis normocytic normochromic means there is a variation in the size of red blood cells in a person. This can be caused by a folate or iron deficiency.
It is not known who discovered poikilocytosis, which is the presence of poikilocytes in the blood. The poikilocytes are red blood cells that are shaped abnormally.
Abnormal shape in RBC's Sickle Cell trait and disease will cause poikilocytic red blood cells.
Poikilocytosis is the medical term meaning any disorder of red blood cell morphology (shape). Examples include sickle-cell anemia and spherocytosis, among many others. Normal red blood cells are disk-shaped with two dents, one on each side. A poililocyte is any blood cell that doesn't have that shape.
This is a problem in the red cells of the blood, generally caused by anaemia or a recent blood transfusion.
The correct spelling of poikelocytosis is poikilocytosis.
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Anisocytosis itself is not a disease but a condition characterized by a variation in red blood cell size, often identified through blood tests. Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying cause, which may include iron deficiency anemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, or other hematological disorders. This often involves supplementation, dietary changes, or managing chronic conditions. Consultation with a healthcare provider is essential for determining the appropriate treatment based on the specific cause.