Normochromic anemia

Normochromic anemia is a type of anemia in which the concentration of hemoglobin in the red blood cells is within the standard range. However, there are insufficient numbers of red blood cells. These anemias are often found in patients with chronic diseases.

Causes

Normochromic anemia can be caused by a number of conditions, including:

• Chronic disease: This is the most common cause of normochromic anemia. Chronic diseases such as cancer, kidney disease, and rheumatoid arthritis can lead to this type of anemia.
• Bone marrow failure: This can be due to a variety of conditions, including aplastic anemia and myelodysplastic syndromes.
• Hemolysis: This is the destruction of red blood cells, which can be caused by conditions such as autoimmune hemolytic anemia and thalassemia.

Symptoms

The symptoms of normochromic anemia can vary depending on the underlying cause, but may include:

• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Pale skin
• Shortness of breath

Diagnosis

Normochromic anemia is diagnosed through a complete blood count (CBC), which measures the number of red and white blood cells and platelets in the blood. A reticulocyte count may also be done to determine the body's production of immature red blood cells.

Treatment

Treatment for normochromic anemia depends on the underlying cause. This may include treating the underlying disease, taking iron supplements, or in severe cases, a blood transfusion.

See also

• Anemia
• Hemoglobin
• Complete blood count
• Reticulocyte count

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