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cabate

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The hereditary form of sideroblastic anemia is most commonly the result of:
 
  a. Decreased hepcidin synthesis
  b. Mutation of the HFE gene
  c. Abnormal ALAS
  d. Increased absorption of iron

Question 2

What measurements are used in the percent saturation calculation?
 
  a. Transferrin and ferritin
  b. Ferritin and bone marrow iron
  c. Serum iron and TIBC
  d. Serum iron and ferritin



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: C



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