Which Feature Characterizes Pernicious Anemia

question 148

Multiple Choice

Which feature characterizes pernicious anemia?

• A) Red blood cells develop prematurely
• B) Most commonly caused by a lack of vitamin B₂ in the diet
• C) Associated with a peptide called intrinsic factor, which blocks absorption of vitamin B₁₂ in the small intestine
• D) Associated with a strict vegetarian diet, such as one without dairy or over-the-counter vitamins
• E) Can be caused by an inability to absorb vitamin K

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