Which of the following types of anemia is characterized by a deficiency in the production of hemoglobin due to a lack of iron?

A Sickle cell anemia
B Thalassemia major
C Iron-deficiency anemia ✓
D Pernicious anemia

Explanation

Iron-deficiency anemia is a type of anemia characterized by a deficiency in the production of hemoglobin due to a lack of iron, which is essential for heme synthesis.

Source

Medical textbooks
Hematology Hematology: Hemoglobin and Oxygen Transport Hematology: Hemoglobin and Oxygen Transport Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high