Which of the following is found in the first stage of iron deficiency?

a. Hemoglobin synthesis declines, as assessed by erythrocyte protoporphyrin.
b. Hemoglobin levels fall, as assessed by complete blood count.
c. Iron stores decline, as assessed by serum ferritin.
d. Red blood cell count falls, as assessed by hematocrit count.
e. Erythrocyte protoporphyrin, begins to accumulate.


Ans: c. Iron stores decline, as assessed by serum ferritin.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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A procedure that utilizes a small, low-frequency electrical current to estimate body cell mass and fat-free mass is termed:

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