Anemia Definition and Classification Quiz
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What is the hemoglobin level range for a male to be considered as having mild anemia?

  • 9.5 -11.9g/dl (correct)
  • 8g/dl - 9.4g/dl
  • ≥13g/dl
  • 6.5g/dl - 7.9g/dl
  • Which symptom is not mentioned as a sign of anemia?

  • Angina of effort (correct)
  • Jaundice
  • Faintness
  • Fatigue
  • Which condition is associated with spoon-shaped nails in the context of anemia?

  • Sickle cell anemia
  • Hemolytic anemia
  • Iron deficiency (correct)
  • Thalassemia major
  • What is the hemoglobin level range for a female to be considered as having severe anemia?

    <p>&lt; Hb 6.5g/dl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of anemia is associated with leg ulcers?

    <p>Sickle cell anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of iron deficiency anemia?

    <p>Poor dietary intake of iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by severely macrocytic anemia (MCV > 125)?

    <p>Megaloblastic anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of inadequate production of erythrocytes in hypoplastic and aplastic anemia?

    <p>Failure of stem cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In iron deficiency anemia, what may lead to gastrointestinal bleeding resulting in blood loss?

    <p>Hookworm infestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common diagnostic indicator of iron deficiency anemia?

    <p>Microcytic red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hemoglobin level range for an adult male to be considered as having mild anemia?

    <p>9.5 - 11.9 g/dl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific sign of anemia associated with thalassemia major?

    <p>Bone deformities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of anemia is characterized by acute hemorrhage?

    <p>Blood loss anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hemoglobin level range for an adult female to be considered as having severe anemia?

    <p>&lt; 6.5 g/dl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a non-specific sign of anemia?

    <p>Paler skin, conjunctiva &amp; mucous membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

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