Reticulocytosis
March 24th, 2020
Overview
Elevated reticulocytes are indicative of compensatory erythropoiesis due to haemolysis, recovery from anaemia or increased red blood cell requirement.
Causes of Reticulocytosis
- Haemolytic anaemia
- Haemorrhage (acute or chronic)
- Recovery post bone marrow suppression
- Late pregnancy
- High altitude
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