TAILS Mnemonic for - Causes of Microcytic Anemia

(MCV < 80)



T - Thalassemia - Inherited hemoglobinopathies

A - Anemia of Chronic Disease - Chronic inflammation impairing iron utilization

I - Iron Deficiency - Most common cause of microcytic anemia, caused by inadequate intake or absorption

L - Lead Poisoning - Chronic lead exposure inhibits heme synthesis

S - Sideroblastic  - Rare conditions where the body has iron but cannot incorporate it into hemoglobin.



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