A patient with a bleeding problem is complaining to her physician about excessive fatigue.Physical examination reveals a thin,pale woman with pale mucosal membranes.Significant CBC findings include an MCV of 70 fl.Based on these findings,follow-up testing should be ordered for:
A)Iron studies
B)Vitamin B₁₂ and folate assays
C)Coagulation screening tests
D)A bone marrow aspirate

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The patient presents with microcytic anemia (MCV of 70 fl) and symptoms suggestive of iron deficiency anemia, such as fatigue and pallor. Iron studies are appropriate to confirm iron deficiency.

A Patient with a Bleeding Problem Is Complaining to Her