In aplastic anemia, there is
a. insufficient hemoglobin formation due to iron deficiency
b. an acute loss of blood
c. destruction of bone marrow due to toxic chemicals or radiation
d. inadequate intrinsic factor, which is essential for absorption of vitamin B12
e. increased fragility of the erythrocyte cell membrane
C
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