Target cells are commonly associated with various pathological conditions, including:
Thalassemia: A group of inherited blood disorders affecting hemoglobin production. Liver Disease: Conditions such as cirrhosis or hepatitis can lead to the presence of target cells. Hemoglobinopathies: Disorders like sickle cell disease and hemoglobin C disease. Iron Deficiency Anemia: A lack of adequate iron can result in the formation of target cells. Post-Splenectomy: The absence of the spleen can lead to the persistence of abnormal red blood cells, including target cells.
