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renzo156

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Which type of anemia is caused by a genetic mutation that results in abnormally-shaped red blood cells?
 a. Megaloblastic anemia b. Sickle cell anemia
  c. Hemolytic anemia d. Thalassemia

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Which type of anemia is caused by a genetic mutation that reduces hemoglobin synthesis, resulting in reduced red blood cell production?
 a. Microcytic anemia b. Sickle cell anemia
  c. Hemolytic anemia d. Thalassemia


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gstein359

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

d


renzo156

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Reply 2 on: Aug 21, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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