8th September 2020

A 6-month-old infant is referred to haematology, as he has been found to be severely anaemic

A 6-month-old infant is referred to haematology, as he has been found to be severely anaemic. He was initially investigated for failure to thrive, and blood test results demonstrate microcytic anaemia. On examination, a prominent forehead is noted.

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