Lack of Mature Red Cells Due to Inability to Absorb

question 63

Multiple Choice

Lack of mature red cells due to inability to absorb vitamin B₁₂ into the body:

• A) Pernicious anemia
• B) Iron deficiency anemia
• C) Aplastic anemia
• D) Hemolytic anemia
• E) Thalassemia

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