Anemia is a blood disorder where there is a deficiency in the quantity of red blood cells and/or hemoglobin. anemia can be inherited, influenced by environmental factors, or influenced by lifestyle choices. which of the following cases is an example of an inherited form of anemia? a parasite causes internal bleeding. a car accident causes the loss of a large quantity of blood. a person chooses to not eat red meat, spinach, or other foods high in iron. an offspring receives genes that prevent the proper formation of its red blood cells.