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hbsimmons88

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Plasmodium falciparum infection is accompanied by a severe form of anemia from what factor?
 
  a. Toxins produced by P. falciparum
  b. High levels of parasitemia
  c. Lack of spleen removal of the infected cells (red blood cells)
  d. Production of exotoxins that affect host cell membranes

Question 2

Which of the following results are typically found in HUS?
 
  PT aPTT
  a. Prolonged Prolonged
  b. Normal Prolonged
  c. Prolonged Normal
  d. Normal Normal



sokh

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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: D



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