What is the characteristic feature of anemia associated with chronic kidney disease?

A Normocytic anemia with increased reticulocyte count
B Microcytic anemia with decreased serum iron levels
C Normocytic anemia with decreased erythropoietin levels ✓
D Macrocytic anemia with increased folate levels

Explanation

Anemia associated with chronic kidney disease is characterized by normocytic anemia with decreased erythropoietin levels, as the kidneys are unable to produce sufficient erythropoietin to stimulate red blood cell production.

Source

National Kidney Foundation Clinical Practice Guideline for the Diagnosis, Evaluation, Prevention, and Treatment of Chronic Kidney Disease-Mineral and Bone Disorder (CKD-MBD)
Hematology Hematology: Anemia Hematology: Anemia Hard MEDICAL Confidence: medium