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What are the primary dietary sources of iron?
What are the primary dietary sources of iron?
- Liver and shellfish (correct)
- Oatmeal and mushrooms
- Broccoli and beans
- Chicken and fish
Which vitamin is primarily found in green leafy vegetables?
Which vitamin is primarily found in green leafy vegetables?
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin B9 (correct)
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin C
What is the role of iron in the body?
What is the role of iron in the body?
- Helps with vision development
- Assists in hemoglobin production (correct)
- Aids in skin hydration
- Improves muscle strength
Which condition can lead to impaired vitamin absorption?
Which condition can lead to impaired vitamin absorption?
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What is the primary source of Vitamin B12?
What is the primary source of Vitamin B12?
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How can iron deficiency anemia be caused by surgical procedures?
How can iron deficiency anemia be caused by surgical procedures?
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What is the primary function of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach?
What is the primary function of hydrochloric acid (HCl) in the stomach?
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Which type of anemia is characterized by small, pale, and malformed red blood cells?
Which type of anemia is characterized by small, pale, and malformed red blood cells?
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What is the primary cause of pernicious anemia?
What is the primary cause of pernicious anemia?
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Which characteristic is shared by both vitamin B12 deficiency anemia and folate deficiency anemia?
Which characteristic is shared by both vitamin B12 deficiency anemia and folate deficiency anemia?
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Which clinical manifestation is commonly associated with anemias?
Which clinical manifestation is commonly associated with anemias?
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What is the primary function of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in iron absorption?
What is the primary function of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in iron absorption?
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