Pernicious Anemia Is the Result of

question 33

Multiple Choice

Pernicious anemia is the result of

• A)thiamin deficiency due to alcoholism.
• B)niacin deficiency due to low protein intake.
• C)vitamin B₁₂ deficiency due to failure to produce intrinsic factor.
• D)choline deficiency due to failure to activate folate.
• E)vitamin C deficiency due to low fruit and vegetable consumption.

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