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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Leptocytosis is seen in :
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The correct answer is  Leptocytosis is the presence of unusually thin red cells. Leptocytes are seen in severe iron deficiency and thalassaemia. Target cell is a form of leptocyte in which there is central round stained area and a peripheral rim of haemoglobin. Target cells are found in iron deficiency, thalassaemia, chronic liver disease, and after splenectomy.