This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology
Pattern in peripheral smear in iron deficiency anemia ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Normocytic normochromic, B. Hypochromic normocytic, C. Hypochromic microcytic, D. Normochromic microcytic
C: Hypochromic microcytic
Answer: C: Hypochromic microcytic 
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Hypochromic microcytic