Anisochromia

This test is used to describe an atypical colour of red blood cells examined under the microscope in an abnormal complete blood count.

Anisochromia – Variation in the colour of the red blood cells indicating a variation in the hemoglobin content from one red blood cell to another. Generally associated with severe forms of anemia (bone marrow diseases, hemolytic or toxic anemias, chemotherapies, etc.).