Which type of anemia is caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency?
a. aplastic anemia
b. sickle cell anemia
c. hypochromic anemia
d. pernicious anemia
d
Explanation:
a. aplastic anemia: results from a loss of functioning red bone marrow
b. sickle cell anemia: erythrocytes take on an abnormal curve
c. hypochromic anemia: pertains to deficient color
d. pernicious anemia: correct
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