The type of anemia that is seen in severe folate deficiency is characterized by large, immature blood cells. This type of anemia is called _____, _____ anemia

A. microcytic, hypochromic
B. microcytic, megaloblastic
C. macrocytic, megaloblastic
D. megaloblastic, hypochromic


C

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