Anemia That Results from a Lack of Intrinsic Factor Essential

question 238

Multiple Choice

Anemia that results from a lack of intrinsic factor essential for the absorption of vitamin B₁₂ is _____ anemia.

• A) aplastic
• B) autoimmune hemolytic
• C) nonautoimmune hemolytic
• D) pernicious

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