Anemia is a condition of having low levels of red blood cells or hemoglobin.

1. Anemia
Testing

2. Anemia
● Anemia is a condition of having low levels of red blood cells or
hemoglobin.
● The function of the haemoglobin is to carry oxygen inside red blood
cells, which distribute oxygen throughout the body.
● Haemoglobin is rich in iron and provides red color to the blood.

4. Different types of Anemia
● Iron Deficiency anemia
● Vitamin Deficiency anemia
● Aplastic anemia
● Hemolytic Anemia
● Sickle Cell anemia
● Thalassemia

6. Symptoms of Anemia
● Fatigue
● Irritability
● Headaches
● Difficulty in Concentrating
● Pale Skin

7. Anemia Testing
● Anemia Testing can be done in most of the medical laboratories. It is
usually confirmed by CBC.
● CBC test consists of
1. RBC Count
2. Hematocrit
3. Hemoglobin
4. WBC count
5. Differential blood count
6. Platelet Count

8. Treatments for Anemia
Anemia treatment depends on the cause.
❖ Iron deficiency anemia.
- By taking iron supplements and changing your diet.
❖ Vitamin deficiency anemias.
- This involves dietary supplements and increasing folic acid and nutrients
in the diet
❖ Aplastic Anemia
- Blood transfusions are done to boost levels of red blood cells.

10. ❖ Hemolytic anemias.
- Avoiding suspect medications, treating infections and taking drugs
that suppress the immune system
❖ Sickle cell anemia.
- Treatment might include oxygen, pain relievers, and oral and
intravenous fluids to reduce pain and prevent complications.