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justinmsk

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following abbreviations is a machine for performing blood tests?
 
  A) RBC
  B) SMAC
  C) PA
  D) HGB

Question 2

A kidney stone is also called a/an ________.
 
  A) calculus
  B) calix
  C) cyst
  D) cast


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brittiany.barnes

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: SMAC stands for sequential multiple analyzer computer, a machine for performing blood tests. RBC stands for red blood cell count, a blood test. PA stands for pernicious anemia, a blood disorder. HGB stands for hemoglobin, a blood test.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct
B) A calix is a structure in the kidney, not a kidney stone.
C) A kidney stone is not a cyst.
D) A kidney stone is not a cast.


justinmsk

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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