Test Findings
 

Pappenheimer Bodies

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Overview

  • Pappenheimer bodies are basophilic inclusions seen in the periphery of red blood cells, made up of ferritin.
    • Pappenheimer Bodies

    • Causes of Pappenheimer Bodies

    • Post-splenectomy
    • Sideroblastic anaemia
    • Lead poisoning
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