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Hereditary elliptocytosis



Red blood cells, elliptocytosis
Red blood cells, elliptocytosis
Blood cells
Blood cells


Hereditary elliptocytosis

Alternative Names:

Elliptocytosis - hereditary
Symptoms:
  • A family history of hereditary elliptocytosis
  • Prolonged jaundice in the newborn
  • Jaundice (not in the newborn)
  • Fatigue
  • Shortness of breath

Signs and tests:

An examination by your health care provider may occasionally show an enlarged spleen.

The following tests may help diagnose the condition:

  • A CBC (complete blood count) may show anemia and/or cell destruction.
  • A smear of the blood may show elliptical red blood cells.
  • Bilirubin may be elevated.
  • LDH may be elevated.
  • Cholecystogram (X-ray of gallbladder) may show gallstones.



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