What Does Macrocytic Normochromic With Macroovalocytes In Blood Test Mean?

Posted on Tue, 20 May 2014

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Question : what is the meaning of predominantly macrocytic normochromic with macroovalocytes in blood test results?

Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Megaloblastic Anemia

Detailed Answer:
Dear Friend.

I am Dr Anshul Varshney. I have read your query in detail. I understand your concern.
This type of blood picture is found in Megaloblastic Anemia, that is a type of Anemia due to any or both of the following:
1. Vitamin B12 Deficiency
2. Folate Deficiency.

Tell me following:
1. What is the Hemoglobin level? and MCV level?
2. Please confirm the age and gender of this patient.
3. What are the symptoms?
4. Any tingling or numbness in legs?

This is my best advise for you based on available details. If you have any further query please ask me and revert with the answers of the questions i have asked preferably in point wise manner.

Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney, MD

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