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Sideroblastic anemia
Inherited disorder affecting red blood cell production and function.
Anemia from defective heme synthesis with ring sideroblasts (iron-laden mitochondria) in erythroid precursors. May be hereditary (X-linked, e.g., ALAS2 mutations) or acquired (e.g., pyridoxine-responsive).
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Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper) — Glossary
Anemia from defective heme synthesis with ring sideroblasts (iron-laden mitochondria) in erythroid precursors. May be hereditary (X-linked, e.g., ALAS2 mutations) or acquired (e.g., pyridoxine-responsive).
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