A Patient with a Bleeding Problem Is Complaining to Her

Multiple Choice

A patient with a bleeding problem is complaining to her physician about excessive fatigue. Physical examination reveals a thin, pale woman with pale mucosal membranes. Significant CBC findings include an MCV of 70 fl. Based on these findings, follow-up testing should be ordered for:

A) Iron studies
B) Vitamin B₁₂ and folate assays
C) Coagulation screening tests
D) A bone marrow aspirate