Another lab value monitored routinely is the total red blood

Another lab value monitored routinely is the total red blood cell (RBC) count. A normal RBC count is typically 4.2- 5.9 million/mm^3. Having a low RBC count is called anemia. Predict the possible effects of having anemia, considering the functions of erythrocytes.

Solution

2.Anaemia is a condition where in the levels of hemoglobin are less than the normal values. In males the normal range is 13.5 gms /100ml while in females it is about 12gms /100ml.

The main cause for anaemia is iron deficiency or low iron content in the blood .This may result due to poor intake of iron through the diet or may be due internal bleeding or may be even due to diseased conditions.

The symptoms of anemia include:

1.Feeling tired and have pale skin.

2.coldness of feet and hands.

3. Irregular heart beat.

4.Shortness of breath.

5.Headaches.