Ateenage patient complains of frequently being tired and lethargic. the doctor notices the patient is pale and asks, "do either of your parents have anemia? " why is the doctor asking the patient this question?
a. anemia refers to a disease of the white blood cells that is caused by inadequate nutrition.
b. anemia refers to a disease of the red blood cells that is caused by inadequate nutrition.
c. anemia refers to a disease of the red blood cells that can be inherited.
d. anemia refers to a disease of the white blood cells that can be inherited.