Reticulocytosis

An increase in circulating RETICULOCYTES, which is among the simplest and most reliable signs of accelerated ERYTHROCYTE production. Reticulocytosis occurs during active BLOOD regeneration (stimulation of red bone marrow) and in certain types of ANEMIA, particularly CONGENITAL HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA.

Year introduced: 2004

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Tree Number(s): C23.888.760, G09.188.760

MeSH Unique ID: D045262

Entry Terms:

• Reticulocytoses

Previous Indexing:

• Reticulocyte Count (1994-2003)
• Reticulocytes (1965-2003)

See Also:

• Reticulocyte Count

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