A patient develops a persistent macrocytic anemia. Serum folate levels are normal, but serum vitamin B12 levels are low. Oral vitamin absorption studies demonstrate that the patient is unable to absorb vitamin B12 in adequate amounts. Cancer of which of the following organs is most strongly associated with this patient’s condition?
A patient develops a persistent macrocytic anemia. Serum folate levels are normal, but serum vitamin B12 levels are low. Oral vitamin absorption studies demonstrate that the patient is unable to absorb vitamin B12 in adequate amounts. Cancer of which of the following organs is most strongly associated with this patient’s condition?
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A patient develops a persistent macrocytic anemia. Serum folate levels are normal, but serum vitamin B12 levels are low. Oral vitamin absorption studies demonstrate that the patient is unable to absorb vitamin B12 in adequate amounts. Cancer of which of the following organs is most strongly associated with this patient's condition?
✓ Correct Answer: D. Stomach
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