Match each definition with the correct term.
-pernicious anemia
A)abnormally few formed blood elements
B)abnormally few red blood cells
C)inadequate number of circulating erythrocytes
D)lack of the protein required to absorb the vitamins necessary for the formation of red blood cells
E)larger-than-normal red blood cells

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Pernicious anemia is a type of anemia caused by a lack of the protein required to absorb the vitamins necessary for the formation of red blood cells, specifically vitamin B12.

Answer: E
 Pernicious anemia can also lead to larger-than-normal red blood cells, known as megaloblastic anemia.

Answer: B and C
 Both the terms "abnormally few formed blood elements" and "inadequate number of circulating erythrocytes" could be used to define anemia, but they do not specifically refer to pernicious anemia.

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term