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T.L.I.C.A
🧩 Expansion #
| Letter | Cause |
|---|---|
| T | Thalassemia |
| L | Lead poisoning |
| I | Iron deficiency anemia |
| C | Chronic diseases (anemia of chronic disease) |
| A | Sideroblastic anemia |
💡 Explanation: #
Microcytic hypochromic anemia occurs when hemoglobin synthesis is impaired, leading to smaller RBCs with less color.
Each cause affects Hb chain production or iron utilization.
🧠 Quick Recall Tip: #
“Tiny Little Iron Cells Appear” 🩸