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Mast cell activation disorder masquerading as pure red cell aplasia

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  1. Division of Hematology/Oncology, Medical University of South Carolina, 96 Jonathan Lucas St., CSB903, MSC635, Charleston, SC, 29425-6350, USA

    Lawrence B. Afrin

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Afrin, L.B. Mast cell activation disorder masquerading as pure red cell aplasia. Int J Hematol 91, 907–908 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12185-010-0605-x

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