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TFauchery

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on: Jun 25, 2018
What is the approximate average life span of a normal RBC in circulation?
 
  a. 10 Days
  b. 20 Days
  c. 80 Days
  d. 120 Days

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a morphologic classification of anemia?
 
  a. Normocytic normochromic
  b. Loss of blood
  c. Increased destruction
  d. Impaired production


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Ahernandez18

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The average life span of a normal RBC in circulation is 120 days.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The morphologic classification uses the morphology of red cells to separate anemias into groups that can then be related to potential causes of anemia. The other listed items are possible mechanisms for anemia.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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