Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Megaloblastic anemia

Megaloblastic anemia: Megaloblast is an abnormally large red blood cell that is not properly mature. Referring to this megaloblastic anemia is that of type in which anemia is caused by unusually large red blood cells.

Macrocyte

Macrocyte: It is that type of red blood cell that is abnormally large.

Leukemia

Leukemia: A type of blood cancer which is caused by progressive proliferation of leukocytes.

Intrinsic factor

Intrinsic factor: it is a small protein made up by the stomach and involved in the absorption of Vitamin B12.