A Deficiency of Intrinsic Factor

question 99

Multiple Choice

A deficiency of intrinsic factor

• A) decreases the absorption of vitamin K by the digestive tract.
• B) causes hemolysis and jaundice.
• C) is evidenced by a prolonged prothrombin time.
• D) causes a type of anemia that is treated with vitamin B₁₂.

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