Question

which of the following types of anemia results from the excessive loss of erythrocytes? a pernicious anemia b iron - deficiency anemia c hemolytic anemia d thalassemia

Explanation:

Pernicious anemia is due to vitamin - B12 deficiency, iron - deficiency anemia is from lack of iron for red - blood - cell production, and thalassemia is a genetic disorder affecting hemoglobin synthesis. Hemolytic anemia occurs when red blood cells (erythrocytes) are destroyed prematurely, resulting in excessive loss of erythrocytes.

Answer:

C. hemolytic anemia