What Might Cause a Microcytosis

question 10

Multiple Choice

What might cause a microcytosis?

• A) Decreased globin synthesis
• B) Decreased hemoglobin synthesis
• C) Ineffective iron utilization
• D) Deficiency of iron
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Cumulative Preferred Shares

Preferred stock where dividends accumulate if not paid in a given period and must be paid out before any dividends can be paid to common stockholders.

Dividends in Arrears

Unpaid dividends on cumulative preferred stock that must be paid before any dividends can be paid to common shareholders.

Dividend Payable

A liability recorded on the balance sheet for dividends declared by the company but not yet paid to shareholders.