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jc611

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on: Jun 27, 2018

Which suffix means thirst?

a. -globin
b. -opia
c. -dipsia
d. -oid

Question 2

The correct abbreviation for platelet count is:

A) RBC
B) CBC
C) WBC
D) PLT

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jessofishing

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

c
Explanation:
a. -globin: suffix meaning protein
b. -opia: suffix meaning condition of vision
c. -dipsia: correct
d. -oid: suffix meaning resembling

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: RBC is red blood cell, CBC complete blood count, and WBC white blood cell.

jc611

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018

Excellent

bigsis44

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday

Great answer, keep it coming

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