What is the primary cause of anemia in patients with hypoparathyroidism?

A Vitamin B12 deficiency
B Iron deficiency
C Decreased erythropoietin production
D Calcium deficiency
Hypoparathyroidism can lead to decreased calcium levels, which can cause a decrease in iron absorption, leading to iron deficiency anemia.
Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Anemia Hematology: Anemia Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high