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Which of the following is a characteristic of normocytic anemia?
Which of the following is a characteristic of normocytic anemia?
- High MCV and MCHC
- Increased MCHC
- Normal MCV and MCHC (correct)
- Low MCV and MCHC
What is the primary cause of most anemias?
What is the primary cause of most anemias?
- A lack of nutrients required for normal erythrocyte synthesis (correct)
- Chronic diseases
- Bone marrow abnormality
- Inadequate intake of protein and certain micronutrients
What is the term for anemias resulting from an inadequate intake of essential nutrients?
What is the term for anemias resulting from an inadequate intake of essential nutrients?
- Nutritional anemias (correct)
- Hypochromic anemias
- Deficient erythropoiesis
- Megaloblastic anemia
What is the primary goal of diagnosing anemia?
What is the primary goal of diagnosing anemia?
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What is the characteristic of hemoglobin content in hypochromic anemia?
What is the characteristic of hemoglobin content in hypochromic anemia?
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Which of the following symptoms may suggest bleeding as the cause of anemia?
Which of the following symptoms may suggest bleeding as the cause of anemia?
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What is the term for anemia caused by a lack of vitamin B12?
What is the term for anemia caused by a lack of vitamin B12?
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What is the term for anemia characterized by large red blood cells?
What is the term for anemia characterized by large red blood cells?
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What is the purpose of taking a thorough history in diagnosing anemia?
What is the purpose of taking a thorough history in diagnosing anemia?
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What is the characteristic of red blood cells in microcytic anemia?
What is the characteristic of red blood cells in microcytic anemia?
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