Multiple choice

Microcytic hypochromic anemia is seen in all except

  1. thalassemia

  2. iron deficiency anemia

  3. malaria

  4. lead poisoning

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The question asks for the exception - which condition does NOT cause microcytic hypochromic anemia. Malaria typically causes normocytic or macrocytic anemia due to hemolysis and dyserythropoiesis, while thalassemia, iron deficiency, and lead poisoning all classically produce microcytic hypochromic red cells.