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Following investigations were then done to classify anaemia and to establish the diagnosis of megaloblastic anaemia like Haemoglobin estimation by cyanmethaemoglobin method, PCV, RBC count and absolute values, general blood picture, reticulocyte count, bone marrow examination and serum LDH estimation before and after treatment.
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Why is it important?
Megaloblasatic anaemia is not uncommon in Indian adults and serum LDH levels provide an important means of diagnosis. It is a non-invasive procedure, safe, and does not require any expertise.
Perspectives
Maximum number of cases presenting with megaloblastic anemia 80% had unsatisfactory nutritional status and composed of diet deficient in sources rich in Vitamin B12 and folic acid.
Dr Sukanta Sen
ICARE Institute of Medical Sciences & Research
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This page is a summary of: Study of serum lactate dehydrogenase level as diagnostic and prognostic indicator of megaloblastic anemia, International Journal of Advances in Medicine, July 2019, Medip Academy,
DOI: 10.18203/2349-3933.ijam20193271.
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