Which of the following is an example of a morphologic classification of anemia?
a. Normocytic normochromic
b. Loss of blood
c. Increased destruction
d. Impaired production
ANS: A
The morphologic classification uses the morphology of red cells to separate anemias into groups that can then be related to potential causes of anemia. The other listed items are possible mechanisms for anemia.
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