Close
24th July 2024
A 28-year-old female presents with an itchy rash across her buttocks and knees
A 28-year-old female presents with an itchy rash across her buttocks and knees. She also reports feeling fatigued and has blood tests which show:
| Hb (115 – 165 g/L) | 94 g/L |
| WCC (3.6 – 11.0 x 10⁹/L) | 6.3 x10⁹/L |
| Platelets (140 – 400 x10⁹/L) | 250 x10⁹/L |
| MCV (80 – 100 fL) | 77 fL |
| Ferritin (25 – 350 ng/mL) | 15 ng/ml |
| Transferrin saturation (20 – 50%) | 12% |
What first line investigation is most appropriate to identify the underlying cause of these symptoms?
Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.
Complete Guide to Clinical Genetics ST3 Application and Recruitment (2027)
Written by Medibuddy. Last updated: October 2026. Clinical Genetics is
Clinical Genetics ST3
Complete Guide to Clinical Radiology ST3 Application and Recruitment (2027)
Recruitment paused: NHS England is not running Clinical Radiology ST3+ recru
Clinical Radiology ST3
Complete Guide to Paediatric Surgery ST3 Application and Recruitment in United Kingdom (2026)
Written by Medibuddy. Last updated: October 2026. If you’re planning
Paediatric Surgery ST3
Take your subscriptions with you
Our mobile app allows you to access your interview and exam question banks wherever you are.
