1st August 2023

A 57-year-old woman with a diagnosis of AIDS is reviewed. Her routine bloods show a haemoglobin level 101 (normal range 120-160).

A 57-year-old woman with a diagnosis of AIDS is reviewed. Her routine bloods show a haemoglobin level 101 (normal range 120-160). A blood film is performed.

What type of anaemia is most likely to be found?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.