Teardrop Cells
March 30th, 2020
Overview
Teardrop cells, also known as dacrocytes, have an abnormal teardrop-like shape.
Teardrop cells are classically suggestive of myelofibrosis, though may also occur with severe red cell dysplasia.
Causes of Teardrop Cells
- Myelofibrosis (primary or secondary)
- Megaloblastic anaemia - B12 / folate deficiency, drug-induced
- Myelodysplastic syndrome
- Thalassaemia major
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