In Megaloblastic Anemia, the Absolute Reticulocyte Count Is Decreased as a Result

question 4

Multiple Choice

In megaloblastic anemia, the absolute reticulocyte count is decreased as a result of:

• A) Effective erythropoiesis
• B) Ineffective erythropoiesis
• C) Medullary hematopoiesis
• D) Extramedullary hematopoiesis
• E) None of the above

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