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Anemia And Cancer
Anemia is common in patients with cancer. Anemia is defined by a reduced amount of red blood cell volume and a decline in hemoglobin, the part of blood that carries oxygen to the body's tissues.

Sickle Cell Genetic Testing Basics
Your risk of having sickle cell anemia or passing it on to your child is related to your family's medical history and ethnic background. Tests can reveal whether you are a carrier of the genetic mutation that causes this blood disease.

Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin B12 deficiency is defined by low levels of stored B12 in the body that can result in anemia, a lower-than-normal number of red blood cells.


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Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Nutritional Deficiences and Anemia

Anemia And Fatigue

Anemia And Cancer

Facts and Myths About Anemia


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Prevention During Pregnancy

Parents Advised To Choose 'Iron-Fortified' Infant Formula

Sickle Cell Genetic Testing Basics


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