Pernicious Anemia Is Caused by a Deficiency of Intrinsic Factor

question 41

Multiple Choice

Pernicious anemia is caused by a deficiency of intrinsic factor, which is secreted by

• A) beta cells of the pancreas.
• B) parietal cells of the stomach.
• C) the gallbladder.
• D) the adrenal glands.

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