Why Do Abnormally Low Hemoglobin Values Develop with Pernicious Anemia

question 23

Multiple Choice

Why do abnormally low hemoglobin values develop with pernicious anemia?

• A) Decreased production of erythrocytes
• B) Shorter life span of erythrocytes
• C) Abnormal structure of hemoglobin chains
• D) Deficit of folic acid

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