Anemia - Disease information & effects on reproduction - Science & Technology

Q.  Consider the following statements related to Anemia

1. It is a decrease in the amount of red blood cells (RBCs) or hemoglobin in the blood.
2. It lowers the ability of the blood to carry oxygen
3. Severe anemia is associated with a higher mortality rate among pregnant women.
4. The recent report says the high proportion of anaemic women of reproductive age is linked to 62% of children in the country showing insufficient vitamin A status, which raises the risk of decreased immune function, increased morbidity and mortality and blindness.

Which of the above statements are correct?
- Published on 30 Apr 15

a. 1,2,3
b. 2,3,4
c. 1,3,4
d. All

ANSWER: All

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