The Basic Pathophysiology of the Thalassemic Conditions Is A/an

question 23

Multiple Choice

The basic pathophysiology of the thalassemic conditions is a/an:

• A) Decreased or absent globin chain synthesis
• B) Absence of iron absorption
• C) Failure to incorporate iron into the pronormoblast
• D) Side effect of iron overload

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