Which of the following statements is true of the deficiency of cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)?
A. Deficiency of this vitamin usually occurs when intrinsic factor synthesis is interrupted or damaged.
B. The anemia resulting from cobalamin deficiency is a microcytic hypochromic anemia.
C. Adults can easily develop a cobalamin deficiency due to decreased dietary intake.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: A
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What specific preparations will you make before C.P. arrives?
What will be an ideal response?