Question

folic acid deficiency is classified as what type of factor deficiency?
a) aplastic anemia
b) megaloblastic anemia
c) normochromic anemia
d) microcytic anemia

Explanation:

Folic acid is essential for DNA synthesis. Its deficiency impairs red blood cell maturation, leading to megaloblastic anemia. Aplastic anemia is due to bone marrow failure. Normochromic anemia has normal - colored RBCs but may have other causes. Microcytic anemia is related to small RBCs (e.g., iron deficiency).

Answer:

B. Megaloblastic anemia