| Metadata | |
|---|---|
| ID | DOID:11758 |
| Name | iron deficiency anemia |
| Definition | A microcytic anemia that is characterized by pallor, fatigue, lightheadedness, and weakness and has_material_basis_in low total body iron causing impaired synthesis of red blood cells. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000584.htm, https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/hematology-and-oncology/anemias-caused-by-deficient-erythropoiesis/iron-deficiency-anemia |
| Xrefs |
SNOMEDCT_US_2023_03_01:191129007 |
| Parent Relationships |
is_a microcytic anemia |