Anemia: Causes and Types
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What is a condition characterized by a lack of healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin?

  • Anemia (correct)
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Leukopenia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Which nutrient deficiency is commonly associated with the development of anemia?

  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin D
  • Iron (correct)
  • Vitamin C
  • What is the name for the inherited disorder that affects hemoglobin's ability to carry oxygen?

  • Hemochromatosis
  • Sickle cell anemia (correct)
  • Aplastic anemia
  • Thalassemia
  • What is the term for anemia resulting from the destruction of red blood cells faster than the body can replace them?

    <p>Hemolytic anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Anemia

    • A lack of healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin

    Iron Deficiency

    • A common cause of anemia

    Sickle Cell Anemia

    • An inherited disorder affecting hemoglobin's ability to carry oxygen

    Hemolytic Anemia

    • Results from the destruction of red blood cells faster than the body can replace them

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    Test your knowledge about anemia by answering questions about its characteristics, causes, and types, including nutrient deficiencies and inherited disorders. Explore the different factors contributing to this condition.

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