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What is the primary function of hepcidin in iron metabolism?
What is the primary function of hepcidin in iron metabolism?
- To store iron in the liver
- To regulate iron absorption (correct)
- To degrade hemoglobin
- To stimulate iron absorption
What is the most common cause of microcytic anaemia?
What is the most common cause of microcytic anaemia?
- Autoimmune haemolysis
- Folate deficiency
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Iron deficiency (correct)
What is the primary site of iron absorption?
What is the primary site of iron absorption?
- Colon
- Duodenum (correct)
- Ileum
- Jejunum
What is the percentage of body iron incorporated into hemoglobin?
What is the percentage of body iron incorporated into hemoglobin?
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What is the primary function of reticuloendothelial macrophages in iron metabolism?
What is the primary function of reticuloendothelial macrophages in iron metabolism?
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What is the daily amount of iron that enters and exits the body?
What is the daily amount of iron that enters and exits the body?
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What is the primary cause of hypochromic anaemia?
What is the primary cause of hypochromic anaemia?
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What is the primary function of transferrin in iron metabolism?
What is the primary function of transferrin in iron metabolism?
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What is the most common investigation for diagnosing iron deficiency anaemia?
What is the most common investigation for diagnosing iron deficiency anaemia?
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What is the term for the average size of red blood cells?
What is the term for the average size of red blood cells?
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