Red Blood Cell disorders Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What are the mechanisms of Anemia?
A
- RBC loss
- Decreased RBC survival
- Decreased RBC Production
2
Q
What are the laboratory test for Anemia?
A
- CBC = count all cells
- Blood smear review
- Reticulocyte count
- Iron indices (iron binding capacity)
3
Q
Young healthy individuals can tolerate _______ml of rapid blood loss with minimal symptoms.
A
1000ml *2000ml rapid loss produces shock
4
Q
What is chronic hemorrhage?
A
Rate of RBC loss exceeds rate of RBC generation
5
Q
After blood loss how is volume resorted immediately?
A
Interstitial fluid redistributes to restore volume
