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erika

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The tonsils and adenoids play a role in the immune response.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

An abnormal increase in the number of erythrocytes due to uncontrolled production is known as ________.
 
  A) polycythemia vera
  B) leukemia
  C) anemia
  D) embolism



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Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct
B) Leukemia is an abnormal increase in the number of leukocytes, not erythrocytes.
C) Anemia is an abnormal decrease, not increase, in the number of erythrocytes.
D) Embolism is a blood clot.




erika

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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