NCIt related terms : Anemia of Chronic Illness; Anemia of Chronic Inflammation; Anemia of Chronic Disease;
NCIt definition : Anemia due to a disorder that is persistent or long-standing in nature.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: A form of anemia, usually normocytic, resulting from chronic infection, immune
activation, or neoplastic process. The mechanism is generally decreased iron availability
in the circulation, but may be secondary to faulty/deficient erythropoiesis as well.;