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mydiamond

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Hereditary hemochromatosis is caused by a genetic defect that results in
 
 A. insufficient iron excretion.
  B. insufficient storage of iron.
  C. excessive iron absorption.
  D. excessive desire for iron-rich foods.

Question 2

Severe iron deficiency results in anemia. The red blood cells produced in iron-deficiency anemia are described as
 
 A. microcytic and hyperchromic.
  B. microcytic and hypochromic.
  C. macrocytic and hypochromic.
  D. macrocytic and hyperchromic.


janieazgirl

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B


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