Hematology

Evaluation of a Diagnostic Algorithm for Macrocytic Anemia

An analysis of a proposed diagnostic scheme for macrocytic anemia: sternal puncture, assessment of vitamin B12, folate, reticulocyte, and platelet levels.

Diagram of the proposed algorithm for diagnosing macrocytic anemia
Diagram of the proposed algorithm for diagnosing macrocytic anemia

👉Do you agree with this diagnostic algorithm when macrocytic anemia is found in a complete blood count?