Anemia Testing
                     Anemia 
Testing
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.

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

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

❖ 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.