Hypochromia (Peripheral Blood Smear)
Hypochromia refers to red blood cells with less hemoglobin than normal, appearing paler on blood smear. It is commonly associated with iron deficiency anemia or thalassemia.
Category: Complete Blood Count
Also known as: hypochromia
Reference range: 0–0 (Source: ABIM)
High values may indicate
Mild hypochromia may indicate early or mild iron deficiency or thalassemia trait.
Low values may indicate
Absence of hypochromia is normal.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Hypochromia (Peripheral Blood Smear) level?
- A typical reference range for Hypochromia (Peripheral Blood Smear) is 0–0 (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- Where do Hypochromia (Peripheral Blood Smear) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Hypochromia (Peripheral Blood Smear) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Hypochromia (Peripheral Blood Smear) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
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