MACROCYTIC ANEMIA
Macrocytic anemias are less commonly encountered than normocytic or microcytic anemias. These anemias may be caused by marrow failure such as aplastic anemia and myelodysplasis, or caused by deficiencies of vitamin B12 or folic acid; or caused by autoimmune hemolysis or cold agglutinins. A mild degree of macrocytosis with a normal RDW is commonly seen as a result of alcohol abuse. The MCV is greater than 100 fl. in macrocytic anemia