Open AccessAutoimmune hemolytic anemia associated with vitamin B12 deficiency and viral illness in DiGeorge syndrome. Case report and literature review
Author(s) -
Yousaf Zohaib,
Ata Fateen,
Iqbal Phool,
Muthanna Bassam,
Khan Adeel Ahmad,
Akram Jaweria,
Kartha Anand
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
clinical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.21
H-Index - 9
ISSN - 2050-0904
DOI - 10.1002/ccr3.4308
Subject(s) - medicine , vitamin b12 , digeorge syndrome , hemolysis , autoimmune hemolytic anemia , immunology , anemia , hemolytic anemia , vitamin d deficiency , vitamin d and neurology , psychiatry
Vitamin B12 plays a crucial role in cell maturation and differentiation. Its deficiency can lead to cytopenias and even hemolysis. We suggest regular monitoring and maintenance of Vit B12 levels in DiGeorge syndrome patients to prevent such triggers.