<prompt> A low mean corpuscular volume with a normal and cell distribution width suggests -Iron deficiency anemiaB thalassemia traitAnemia of chronic diseaseSideroblastic anemia  <response>: In thalassemia MCV is decreased to 45-70fL RBC count found to be increased or normal. The RBCs are microcytic and normochromic. Ref: Exam preparatory manual for UGs by Ramdas Nayak Page no:270 Ref Robbins 9e pg 412 