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Hat Can Be Done For RBC Count Of 7.3?
my name is dorothy i am 47 years old .i have been told that i am severely anemic my red blood cell count is 7.3 i have recieved 2 units of whole blood.but my red blood cell count came up to a 7.3 the colonoscopy came back clear what else could be wromg and what tests should i get next?
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hi,
You need serum ferritin, TIBC and Tf saturation along with complete hemogram. there are many causes of anemia and hence i suggest you to consult a hematologist. Hope this helps.
You need serum ferritin, TIBC and Tf saturation along with complete hemogram. there are many causes of anemia and hence i suggest you to consult a hematologist. Hope this helps.
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