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Laboratory diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemia: an overview

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND METHODS: To determine the diagnostic values of laboratory tests used in the diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemia, the authors conducted a systematic overview of the relevant literature. Computerized searches of the MEDLINE database yielded 1,179 potentially relevant citations. Fifty-five studies included the results of laboratory tests and histologic examination of the bone marrow for at least 50% of an identifiable patient group. …

Authors

Guyatt GH; Oxman AD; Ali M; Willan A; McIlroy W; Patterson C

Journal

Journal of General Internal Medicine, Vol. 7, , pp. 145–153

Publication Date

April 1992

ISSN

0884-8734