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Erythrocyte disorders fall into two broad groups: anaemia; and erythocytosis (or polycythaemia). Anaemia may be due to reduced or defective red cell production, which results in non-regenerative anaemia, or increased red cell loss, which results in regenerative anaemia. This chapter looks at the following: A review of erythropoiesis, anaemia, erythocytosis and blood typing. Case examples are included.
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