How Does Atrophy of Gastric Mucosal Cells Result in Pernicious

question 34

Multiple Choice

How does atrophy of gastric mucosal cells result in pernicious anemia?

• A) Because of erythrocyte destruction
• B) Because of folic acid malabsorption
• C) Because of vitamin B₁₂ malabsorption
• D) Because of poor nutritional intake

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