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Which type of anemia is characterized by decreased levels of ferritin and serum iron, as well as decreased transferrin saturation?
Which type of anemia is characterized by decreased levels of ferritin and serum iron, as well as decreased transferrin saturation?
- Sickle cell anemia
- Normocytic anemia
- Vitamin B12-deficiency anemia
- Iron-deficiency anemia (correct)
What micronutrient deficiencies are associated with macrocytic anemias?
What micronutrient deficiencies are associated with macrocytic anemias?
- Vitamin B12 and folic acid (correct)
- Vitamin D and calcium
- Iron and magnesium
- Vitamin C and zinc
What is the World Health Organization's defined hemoglobin level for diagnosing anemia in women?
What is the World Health Organization's defined hemoglobin level for diagnosing anemia in women?
- Less than 13 g/dL
- Less than 14 g/dL
- Less than 12 g/dL (correct)
- Less than 11 g/dL
What causes normocytic anemia?
What causes normocytic anemia?
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Which type of cells are larger than normal in macrocytic anemias?
Which type of cells are larger than normal in macrocytic anemias?
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Inadequate dietary intake, malabsorption syndromes, and inadequate utilization can lead to deficiencies in which micronutrients causing macrocytic anemias?
Inadequate dietary intake, malabsorption syndromes, and inadequate utilization can lead to deficiencies in which micronutrients causing macrocytic anemias?
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