Lecture On Microcytic Hypochromic Anemia Explained | Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment | Medical Lecture

Dive deep into the world of microcytic hypochromic anemia with this comprehensive medical lecture. Designed for medical students and healthcare professionals, this video provides a detailed exploration of this common blood disorder. What You'll Learn: Understanding Anemia: We define anemia and its various types, focusing specifically on microcytic hypochromic anemia, where red blood cells are smaller than normal and have less hemoglobin. Red Blood Cell Indices: Learn about key indicators like MCV, MCH, and MCHC, and how they help classify different anemias. Causes of Microcytosis: Explore the primary causes of microcytic hypochromic anemia, including iron deficiency, thalassemia, inflammation, and other rarer conditions. Diagnostic Approach: Understand the step-by-step process of diagnosing anemia, from patient history and physical examination to blood tests like complete blood count, peripheral smear, and reticulocyte count. Iron Studies: Discover the role of iron panel in diagnosing iron deficiency anemia and differentiating it from other conditions. Thalassemia: We delve into the different types of thalassemia (alpha and beta), their genetic basis, and characteristic blood findings. Other Conditions: Learn about sideroblastic anemia and anemia of chronic disease, including their causes and diagnostic features. Iron Metabolism: We provide a detailed overview of iron metabolism in the body, from absorption and transport to storage and utilization. SANTINIKETAN MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL Real Classroom Demonstration/Lecture On: PATHOLOGY by Dr. Srimanti Lahiri (MBBS Batch: 2023-24) Conducted on: 15-01-2025