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Anisocytosis Reference Table
Cell Type
Image
Cellular Description
Associated Diseases and Conditions
Normocyte
MCV 80-100 fL (approximately the same size as the nucleus of a small lymphocyte)
MCHC 32-36 g/dL or 32%-36%
N/A; cell is normal
Microcyte
Red blood cells are smaller than normal
MCV < 80 fL
Iron deficiency anemia
Sideroblastic anemia
Certain thalassemias
Lead poisoning
Certain hemoglobinopathies
Macrocyte
Red blood cells are larger than normal
MCV > 100 fL
Megaloblastic Anemia (Vitamin B12/Folate deficiency)
Myelodysplasia
Liver disease
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