Figure 3 outlines an algorithm, which illustrates an approach to the infant with anemia. Table 7 shows how RBC indices and characteristics are used to assist in establishing a diagnosis.

NAINR. 2004;4(4):231-239. Acanthocyte Erythrocyte identified by numerous spiny cytoplasmic projections; similar to a Burr cell Acanthocytosis, condition in which the majority of erythrocytes are ...

The most common types are alpha-thalassemia and beta-thalassemia, both of which result in microcytic anaemia and can vary in severity ... various forms of anaemia including thalassemia and aplastic ...