A patient with anemia is found to have a high level of serum ferritin and a low level of serum transferrin saturation. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A Iron deficiency anemia
B Anemia of chronic disease ✓
C Sideroblastic anemia
D Hemolytic anemia

Explanation

Anemia of chronic disease is characterized by a high level of serum ferritin and a low level of serum transferrin saturation, indicating a chronic inflammatory state.

Source

Williams Hematology
Hematology Hematology: Anemia Hematology: Anemia Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high