Medicine The pathogenesis of hypochromic anemia in lead poisoning is due to A Inhibition of enzymes involved in heme biosynthesis B Binding of lead to transferrin, inhibiting the transport of iron C Binding of lead to cell membrane of erythroid precursors D Binding of lead to ferritin inhibiting their breakdown into hemosiderin 💡 Explanation The pathogenesis of hypochromic anemia in lead poisoning is due to ✓ Correct Answer: A. Inhibition of enzymes involved in heme biosynthesis