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The anemia resulting from a deficiency of either vitamin B12(cobalamin) or folate is caused by a disruption in DNA synthesis of the blast cells in the bone marrow that produces very large abnormal bone marrow cells called ________.

megaloblasts

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Answer: It is called Megaloblastic Anemia.

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Megaloblastic anemia is a condition in which the blast cells in the bone marrow produces very large, unusual and abnormal red blood cells called megaloblasts. This is caused by either deficiency of Vitamin B12 or folate. The bone marrow is the spongy material that produces red blood cells, white blood cells and marrows. Disruption of it lead to production of megaloblasts. It can be treated by oral or intravenous intake of folic acids supplements and also dietary food intake of folic acid can change the condition.

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