Pallor / Anemia

Hemoglobinopathies
Hemolysis
Iron deficiency

Describe the anatomy and physiology of the hematopoietic system, including origin, function and structure of each major blood component
Describe iron metabolism as it relates to heme production
Classify hematologic disease in terms of production, destruction and consumption
Describe the physiologic consequences to anemia
Identify signs and symptoms of hematologic diseases
Demonstrate an approach to the interpretation of a CBC and differential and iron studies