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nmorano1

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Which of the following is a blood test that tells something about liver function?
 
  A) ALT and AST
  B) bilirubin
  C) albumin
  D) all of the above

Question 2

Which of the following statements regarding sickle cell anemia is NOT true?
 
  a. It is inherited.
  b. Leukocytes take on an abnormal curved or sickle shape.
  c. Sickle cells are fragile.
  d. It occurs almost exclusively in persons of African descent.



Jody Vaughn

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Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) These are blood tests for the liver function.
B) This is a blood test for the liver function.
C) This is a blood test for liver function.
D) Correct

Answer to Question 2

b
Explanation:
a. It is inherited: a true statement
b. Leukocytes take on an abnormal curved or sickle shape: correct
c. Sickle cells are fragile: a true statement
d. It occurs almost exclusively in persons of African descent: a true statement



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