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Pathology Misc. (R.B.C) 1b01c7bc

20-year-old female present with features of anemia. Blood tests: Hb-5g/dL, MCV-52 fL, MCHC-20 g/dL, PCV-32%. Diagnosis

A
Phenytoin toxicity
B
Fish tape worm infection
C
Hook worm infection
D
Blind loop syndrome
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. (c) Hook worm infection(Ref: Robbins 9th/pg 649)The findings in the question are suggestive are Iron deficiency anemia. Hookworm infection can cause this among the given options.

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