Tear Drop Cells and Ovalocytes: Anyone had these in lab reports?

Hi Nancy @1nan, I have not seen these cells referenced in my lab reports but I was able to find some information that may be helpful. The following excerpt is from the link below.

"The presence of teardrop-shaped cells may indicate:
-- Myelofibrosis
-- Severe iron deficiency
-- Thalassemia major Cancer in the bone marrow
-- Anemia caused by bone marrow not producing normal blood cells due to toxins or tumor cells (myelophthisic process) "

Blood smear: https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/tests/blood-smear

Hopefully some other members will respond and share from personal experience. Will you let us know what you find out at your August appointment?

Thank you John. It seems that we can find worst case scenario , but I am the eternal optimist and look for minor explanations. I appreciate your thoughts and will surely let you know what I learn locally and at Mayo. I always say that myeloma is the gift that keeps on giving. 😄 Nancy

John, as an update, today I got a call from my local oncologist’s nurse. My doctor wants to see me concerning new findings in my lab results and that appointment is July 2. Meanwhile I am still in remission! I have to be grateful for the great care and health care providers in my life. I don’t get upset with waiting so I am fine. Thank you for stepping in with response to my inquiry. Nancy

That is really great news Nancy!

Your gratefulness for "the great care and health care providers in my life" was a blessing to read, @1nan. I'm praying that all goes well at your July 2 appointment.

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