Hypochromic anemia
Hypochromic anemia
Definition
Anemia caused by the reduction of hemoglobin in relation to the red cell volume. As a result, the red cells have an area of central pallor which is increased in size. The leading cause is iron deficiency.
Also known as anaemia hypochromic, anemia hypochromic, hypochromic anaemia (disease), hypochromic anemia, hypochromic anemia (disease) — per MONDO