What is pernicious anemia?
What will be an ideal response?
Pernicious anemia is a harmful macrocytic anemia characterized by abnormally large cells which are associated with inadequate intrinsic factor which is often linked to gastritis or an autoimmune malfunction of the parietal cells.
You might also like to view...
Which ingredient is considered a nonnutritive sweetener?
a. naturally milled organic sugar b. acesulfame potassium c. natural vanilla flavor d. modified corn starch e. chicory root
In addition to calcium to support bone growth during adolescence, two other nutrients required to support growth and to ensure healthy pregnancies in teenage girls who might become pregnant are
A. iron and vitamin B12. B. folate and vitamin B12. C. iron and magnesium. D. iron and folate.
A good way to monitor a child's physical growth is by:
a. checking height and weight periodically. b. asking parents about progress. c. taking periodic x-rays. d. determining speech patterns.
Joe is a wrestler, and during his workouts, he loses 2 pounds. How much water would he have to drink to replenish this water weight loss?
A. 3 to 4 cups B. 6 to 8 cups C. 4 to 6 cups D. 2 to 3 cups