Lab Testing in Thalassemia - 2
Hemoglobin F methods:
Thalassemia versus Iron Deficiency Anemia:
Thalassemia:
High RBC with marked decrease in MCV
IDA:
Low RBC with normal or slightly decreased MCV
Normal FEP and ZPP levels
Decreased FEP and ZPP levels
Increased indirect bilirubin levels
Increased serum iron levels
Increased TIBC (100% saturation)
Decreased serum iron levels
Decreased TIBC (low% saturation)
Normal indirect bilirubin levels