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What is the most common cause of anaemia worldwide?
What is the most common cause of anaemia worldwide?
- Iron deficiency (correct)
- Vitamin B12 deficiency
- Folate deficiency
- Chronic disease
What is the hemoglobin level indicating anaemia in men?
What is the hemoglobin level indicating anaemia in men?
- Less than 13g/dl (correct)
- Less than 15g/dl
- Less than 12g/dl
- Less than 14g/dl
Which condition can lead to decreased absorption of iron?
Which condition can lead to decreased absorption of iron?
- Celiac disease (correct)
- Thalassemia
- Sickle cell disease
- Hemochromatosis
What is the hematocrit level indicating anaemia in women?
What is the hematocrit level indicating anaemia in women?
Which of the following is not a cause of insufficient iron intake?
Which of the following is not a cause of insufficient iron intake?
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Anemia
Anemia
A condition where the body doesn't have enough red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen.
Most common cause of anemia
Most common cause of anemia
Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia worldwide.
Hemoglobin level for Anemia in men
Hemoglobin level for Anemia in men
Anemia can be diagnosed in men when their hemoglobin level is below 13g/dl.
A condition that affects iron absorption
A condition that affects iron absorption
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Hematocrit level for Anemia in women
Hematocrit level for Anemia in women
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Study Notes
Anaemia Worldwide
- Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anaemia worldwide.
Defining Anaemia
- A hemoglobin level below 13 g/dL in men indicates anaemia.
- A hematocrit level below 39% in women indicates anaemia.
Iron Absorption
- Celiac disease can lead to decreased absorption of iron.
Insufficient Iron Intake
- Consuming a diet that is high in cereals and low in vitamins and minerals is not a cause of insufficient iron intake.
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