Question

1. what group of hereditary anemias causes an inability to produce hemoglobin that is usually seen in people of mediterranean origin?

thalassemia
sickle cell
pernicious anemia
aplastic anemia

Explanation:

Thalassemia is a group of hereditary anemias caused by impaired hemoglobin production, with a high prevalence in people of Mediterranean origin. Sickle cell anemia is more common in those of African descent; pernicious anemia is autoimmune (not hereditary); aplastic anemia involves bone marrow failure (not hemoglobin production issues).

Answer:

Thalassemia