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Srivastava Index Calculator

Differentiate iron deficiency anemia from beta-thalassemia trait using the Srivastava index.

Hematology #thalassemia-screening #srivastava
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Formula & Clinical Notes

Formula

Srivastava Index = MCH / RBC

Clinical Notes

A Srivastava index below 3.8 suggests beta-thalassemia trait; above 3.8 suggests iron deficiency anemia. It is a screening discriminant for microcytic anemia.

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