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Hemolytic Anemia Due To Adenylate Kinase Deficiency C2675459

Published: July 22, 2026Updated: August 20, 2026

A rare inherited disorder where a key energy enzyme is deficient in red blood cells, causing them to break down. Leads to chronic hemolytic anemia managed with supportive care.

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Key facts at a glance

ICD-10
D64.9
ICD-11
3A00.0
Body system
hematologic
Severity
moderate
Chronic
true

Signs and symptoms

Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.

Fatigue

(hematologic)

Generalized symptoms

(hematologic)

Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.

Frequency: Common at all stages

Jaundice

(hematologic)

Splenomegaly

(hematologic)

Pallor

(hematologic)

Diagnosis and tests

How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.

Initial screening tests

1

Standard diagnostic workup

Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]

Treatment options

Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.

First-line treatments

1

Behavioral and nutritional therapy

Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.

lifestyle
2

Folic acid supplementation

Routine folic acid supplementation to support compensatory erythropoiesis and prevent folate deficiency-related complications.

medication
3

Packed red blood cell transfusion

Transfusion support for symptomatic anemia or acute hemolytic episodes when hemoglobin drops significantly.

procedure

Additional treatment options

Hemolysis panel monitoring

Regular monitoring of LDH, haptoglobin, bilirubin, and reticulocyte count to assess hemolytic activity.

monitoring

Infection prevention

Aggressive infection prevention and prompt treatment of infections as they can trigger hemolytic exacerbations.

lifestyle

Iron chelation therapy

Iron chelation for patients with secondary iron overload from chronic transfusion therapy.

complementary

When to seek medical help

Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.

Schedule an appointment soon

Symptoms associated with this condition. Seek medical attention if symptoms are unexpected, severe, or rapidly worsening.- Contact your healthcare provider if symptoms persist or worsen. Seek emergency care for sudden severe symptoms.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this topic.

Q

What is Hemolytic Anemia Due To Adenylate Kinase Deficiency C2675459?

Please consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalized medical information about this condition. [Content pending medical review.]

general

Sources and references

Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.

1

European Network for Rare Blood Disorders, Smith JF, Johnson LK. Consensus Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Rare Hemolytic Anemias. Orphanet J Rare Dis. 2020.

guideline2020
2

Bianchi M, Rodriguez-Cruz R, Tanaka H. Metabolic Disorders Causing Hereditary Hemolytic Anemia. Blood Rev. 2018.

review2018
3

Lubin RM, O'Connor DA. Hemolytic Anemias: Classification and Pathophysiology. In: Advanced Hematology. 3rd ed. Academic Press; 2019.

textbook2019
4

Kimura S, Patel N, Chen W. Adenylate Kinase Deficiency as a Cause of Chronic Hemolytic Anemia: Clinical and Laboratory Features. J Hematol. 2022.

other2022

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Medical Disclaimer

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