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Green & King Index Calculator

Differentiate iron deficiency anemia from beta-thalassemia trait using the Green & King index.

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Formula & Clinical Notes

Formula

Green & King Index = MCV² × RDW / (Hb × 100)

Clinical Notes

A Green & King index below 65 suggests beta-thalassemia trait; above 65 suggests iron deficiency anemia. It is among the best-performing red cell discriminants in microcytic anemia.