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bclement10

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Which component of blood passes through blood vessel walls into surrounding tissues to defend the body against invading foreign antigens?
 
  a. Red blood cells
  b. Platelets
  c. Leukocytes
  d. Gamma globulin

Question 2

When decreased in concentration, which of the following formed elements could result in hypoxia?
 
  a. Leukocytes
  b. Erythrocytes
  c. Platelets
  d. None of the above



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Answer to Question 1

Correct answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Correct answer: B



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