All of the following are true of RBCs with a diameter greater than 8 µm EXCEPT:
A. They are called macrocytes.
B. They are called megalocytes.
C. The condition can be caused by deficiency of B12.
D. The condition can be caused by iron deficiency.
Answer: D
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