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Can you please interpret the blood reports of my 8-year-old son, who has congenital dyserythropoietic anemia?

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Hello doctor,

My 8-year-old son has been suffering from congenital dyserythropoietic anemia (CDA) since birth. He takes blood transfusions every month. His ferritin is 3205 micrograms per liter, bilirubin 4.4 mg/dL, SGPT 387 U/L, SGOT 470 U/L, and alkaline phosphatase 687 IU/L.

Please suggest to me what I can do.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

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Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri is an experienced General Physician and Pathologist with extensive years of clinical expertise. He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions while providing holistic care to patients. As a Pathologist, he is skilled in performing and interpreting laboratory investigations that aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. Rajendragiri is dedicated to delivering patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and overall well-being.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read your query and understand your concern.

Your son has elevated liver enzymes with high bilirubin and high serum ferritin. Elevated ferritin levels may be due to increased iron storage because of repeated blood transfusions.

Heptral (Ademetionine) can be continued for elevated liver enzymes. Iron chelation must be given subcutaneously, as his serum ferritin is very high.

Fatty foods must be restricted, and sugarcane and apple juice can be taken in more.

His serum LDH (lactate dehydrogenase) and reticulocyte count should also be checked and investigated with peripheral smear examination.

I think he has to consult a nearby pediatrician for an examination and further management.

I hope I have answered your queries.

Revert for any other doubt.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At March 14, 2023
Reviewed At June 19, 2026

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri is an experienced General Physician and Pathologist with extensive years of clinical expertise. He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions while providing holistic care to patients. As a Pathologist, he is skilled in performing and interpreting laboratory investigations that aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. Rajendragiri is dedicated to delivering patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and overall well-being.

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Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri is an experienced General Physician and Pathologist with extensive years of clinical expertise. He specializes in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions while providing holistic care to patients. As a Pathologist, he is skilled in performing and interpreting laboratory investigations that aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Dr. Rajendragiri is dedicated to delivering patient-focused care with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and overall well-being.

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