Severe iron deficiency results in anemia. The red blood cells produced in iron-deficiency anemia are described as

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Severe iron deficiency results in a specific type of anemia called iron-deficiency anemia, which is characterized by red blood cells that are small and have less hemoglobin than normal, resulting in a hypochromic (pale) appearance. These cells are also smaller than usual and are therefore referred to as microcytic. Therefore, the best choice is B, microcytic and hypochromic.

Severe Iron Deficiency Results in Anemia