A pregnant woman has fatigue, pallor and shortness of breath on exertion. Her blood picture shows small, pale red blood cells. Which type of anaemia is most likely?
Correct answer: A. Iron-deficiency anaemia
- A. Iron-deficiency anaemia
- B. Aplastic anaemia
- C. Sickle cell anaemia
- D. Acute haemolytic anaemia
Explanation
Iron-deficiency anaemia is typically microcytic and hypochromic, meaning the red cells are small and pale. Pregnancy increases iron requirements, so inadequate dietary intake or depleted iron stores commonly contribute.
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