Documented Good Adherence in Pediatrics — 7yo Child | Pediatric Heme/Onc | SMLE Q#639
SMLE Question #639
Pediatrics
Pediatric Heme/Onc
Last updated: February 2026
A 7-year-old boy is followed for microcytic anemia diagnosed 6 months ago. He has been taking therapeutic-dose oral iron with documented good adherence. Repeat complete blood counts show persistently low hemoglobin with persistently low mean corpuscular volume. There is no history of chronic blood loss, restrictive diet, chronic inflammatory disease, or transfusions. Growth is normal. Examination is notable only for pallor. What is the most appropriate next investigation?
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