Test Details: Panel of tests used to diagnose anemia in an individual. Anemia can occur due to varied causes. Symptoms of anemia include fatigue, dizziness, headache, shortness of breath, difficulty in concentration, pale skin, leg cramps, insomnia, etc. Complete blood count is often the first test that is done to diagnose the cause of anemia in an individual. Other tests are then ordered based on the initial findings in complete blood count.