Anemia Causes and Diagnosis
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What is the most common cause of anemia worldwide?

  • Chronic disease
  • Folate deficiency
  • Vitamin B12 deficiency
  • Iron deficiency (correct)

Which of the following factors can lead to chronic anemia?

  • Acute blood loss
  • Nutritional deficiencies
  • Increased physical activity
  • Autoimmune disorders (correct)

What lab value is typically evaluated in the diagnosis of anemia?

  • Blood glucose level
  • White blood cell count
  • Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
  • Serum ferritin level (correct)

Which clinical symptom is commonly associated with anemia?

<p>Fatigue and weakness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which demographic is most at risk for developing iron deficiency anemia?

<p>Pregnant women (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options is NOT a common symptom of anemia?

<p>Weight gain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of anemia is primarily associated with chronic kidney disease?

<p>Anemia of chronic disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which dietary deficiency is least likely to contribute to the development of macrocytic anemia?

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What is a potential consequence of untreated iron deficiency anemia?

<p>Cardiac complications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of blood cell morphology, which of the following is characteristic of iron deficiency anemia?

<p>Microcytic hypochromic red blood cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Anemia

A condition characterized by a lower than normal number of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, leading to reduced oxygen carrying capacity.

What's the most common cause of anemia worldwide?

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia globally, affecting a significant portion of the population.

What's the hemoglobin threshold for anemia in adult males?

A hemoglobin level of 13.5 g/dL or lower is used to diagnose anemia in adult males.

What type of anemia can be caused by Vitamin B12 deficiency?

The lack of enough Vitamin B12 can lead to a type of anemia known as megaloblastic anemia.

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What other nutrient deficiency can cause megaloblastic anemia?

Folate deficiency can also cause megaloblastic anemia, just like Vitamin B12 deficiency.

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What type of anemia result from Vitamin B12 deficiency?

Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to megaloblastic anemia, where red blood cells are abnormally large.

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What other deficiency can cause megaloblastic anemia?

Similar to Vitamin B12 deficiency, folate deficiency can also cause megaloblastic anemia.

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Who is most commonly affected by iron deficiency anemia?

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia in both children and adults.

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Study Notes

Anemia Causes and Diagnosis

  • Most common cause of anemia worldwide: Iron deficiency
  • Hemoglobin threshold for adult male anemia diagnosis: Information missing (question incomplete)
  • Hemoglobin level for diagnosing anemia in adult males: Missing data; question incomplete

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