MATCHING
Match these blood disorders with their characteristics.
-Associated with acute loss of blood.

Question

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Hemorrhagic anemia is associated with acute loss of blood.

Answer: A 
 Aplastic anemia is characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells due to the failure of the bone marrow to produce them.

Answer: C 
 Hemolytic anemia is caused by the premature destruction of red blood cells.

Answer: H 
 Sickle cell anemia is an inherited disorder in which red blood cells become rigid and sticky and form a crescent shape, leading to a decreased ability to carry oxygen and potentially causing blockages in blood vessels.

Answer: E 
 Polycythemia is a blood disorder characterized by an excessive production of red blood cells, which can lead to an increased risk of blood clots and other complications.

Answer: F 
 Leukemia is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, characterized by an overproduction of immature white blood cells.

Answer: G 
 Neutrophilia is a condition in which there is an increased number of neutrophils (a type of white blood cell) in the blood, which can be indicative of inflammation or infection.

Answer: B 
 Pernicious anemia is caused by the inability to absorb vitamin B12, leading to a deficiency of red blood cells.

MATCHING Match These Blood Disorders with Their Characteristics