Increased iron binding capacity and decreased serum iron is seen in which anemia________________?
Correct answer: A. Iron deficiency
- A. Iron deficiency
- B. Aplastic
- C. Sickle cell
- D. Chronic infections
Explanation
Iron deficiency reduces serum iron, while the liver increases transferrin production, causing a raised total iron-binding capacity. Anaemia of chronic disease shows the opposite pattern, with low iron and low or normal binding capacity.
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