Which of the following anemias is caused by a deficiency of the enzyme diaphorase, leading to impaired glucose metabolism in red blood cells?

A Pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia ✓
B Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency anemia
C Hexokinase deficiency anemia
D Aldolase deficiency anemia

Explanation

Pyruvate kinase deficiency anemia is a rare genetic disorder caused by a deficiency of the enzyme diaphorase, leading to impaired glucose metabolism in red blood cells.

Source

Medical journals and research articles
Hematology Hematology: Anemia Hematology: Anemia Hard MEDICAL Confidence: medium