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</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    <p>Vitamin C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of untreated iron deficiency anemia?

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

    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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