MEDICAL
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Lack of white blood cells
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Lack of red blood cells
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Excess red blood cells
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Excess white blood cells
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Detailed explanation-1: -Definition. Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells provide oxygen to body tissues. Different types of anemia include: Anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency.
Detailed explanation-2: -The word anemia is derived from the ancient Greek word anaimi, meaning “lack of blood.” In medicine, anemia refers to a decreased number of circulating red blood cells. It is diagnosed with a test called a complete blood count, or CBC.
Detailed explanation-3: -Anemia occurs when you do not have enough red blood cells or when your red blood cells do not function properly. It is diagnosed when a blood test shows a hemoglobin value of less than 13.5 gm/dl in a man or less than 12.0 gm/dl in a woman. Normal values for children vary with age.
Detailed explanation-4: -Anemia has three main causes: blood loss, lack of red blood cell production, and high rates of red blood cell destruction. Conditions that may lead to anemia include: Heavy periods. Pregnancy.