ESRD Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Key lab value finding in ESRD
A
Normocytic normochromic
anemia due to decreased erythropoietin production by failing kidney
2
Q
Tx anemia from chronic kidney disease
A
Erythropoesis stimulating agents (erythropoietin, Darbepoetin)
3
Q
Common cause of inadequate response to Erythropoesis stimulating agents in patients on dialysis
A
Iron deficiency anemia (hypochromic (low MCHC) microcytic anemia (low MCV))
