KROK 1 2007 – Question 117 · KROK (Medicine) · Pathophysiology
Examination of a 43 y.o. anephric patient revealed anemia symptoms. What is the cause of these symptoms?
- A. Reduced synthesis of erythropoietins
- B. Folic acid deficit
- C. Vitamin B12 deficit
- D. Iron deficit
- E. Enhanced destruction of erythrocytes
Hint
Ask which organ is the principal source of the hormone that stimulates red cell production in the bone marrow, and what is missing when both kidneys are gone.
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