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soccerdreamer_17

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Pernicious anemia is a disorder characterized by:
 
  a. Antivitamin B12 antibodies
  b. Lack of IF
  c. Improper dietary intake of vitamin B12
  d. Increased absorption of vitamin B12

Question 2

Neurological symptoms are prevalent in Vitamin B12 deficiency because of:
 
  a. Antibodies to intrinsic factor
  b. Decreased secretion of intrinsic factor
  c. Improper fatty acid metabolism
  d. Improper metabolism of methionine


ryrychapman11

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: C


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