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There is a high prevalence of anaemia in the elderly population. Anaemia signifies an underlying disease and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. It can be underdiagnosed in this age group as the symptoms of anaemia can be attributed to the ageing process. In part two of this review, diagnosis and treatment are discussed.