Journal article
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