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Megaloblastic Anemias

Characterized by large 

RBCs which are fragile 

and easily destroyed

Common forms of 

megaloblastic anemia

1.

Cobalamin deficiency

2.

Folic acid deficiency

This picture shows large, dense, 
oversized, red blood cells (RBCs) 
that are seen in megaloblastic 
anemia. 

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Hematologic System, Oncologic Disorders & Anemias

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