Abstract
Macrocytic anemias are not uncommon in clinical practice, and precise etiologic diagnosis is mandatory for proper management. Measurement of serum levels of vitamin B12 and folic acid may obviate the need for extensive diagnostic studies.
MeSH terms
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Anemia, Macrocytic* / drug therapy
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Anemia, Macrocytic* / etiology
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Anemia, Macrocytic* / pathology
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Anemia, Megaloblastic / etiology
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Anemia, Megaloblastic / pathology
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Erythrocytes / pathology
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Folic Acid Deficiency / diagnosis
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Folic Acid Deficiency / drug therapy
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Folic Acid Deficiency / etiology
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Humans
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Vitamin B 12 Deficiency / diagnosis
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Vitamin B 12 Deficiency / drug therapy
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Vitamin B 12 Deficiency / etiology