Which of the following parameters is the primary basis for the morphological classification of anemias?
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Correct answer: Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)
The Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) measures the average size of red blood cells. Based on MCV, anemias are morphologically classified into microcytic (<80 fL), normocytic (80–100 fL), or macrocytic (>100 fL).
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