What Are the Common Toxic Agents Associated with Abnormal Blood Counts?
Several toxic agents are notorious for causing abnormal blood counts. These include:
Radiation: Can cause severe bone marrow suppression, leading to pancytopenia. Chemotherapy drugs: Often cause leukopenia and thrombocytopenia as side effects. Arsenic: Known to cause leukopenia and anemia. Insecticides: Certain organophosphates can lead to leukopenia and thrombocytopenia. Alcohol: Chronic abuse can result in various blood abnormalities including anemia and thrombocytopenia.
