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ETearle

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which of the following blood tests measures the volume of red blood cells within the total volume of blood?
 
  a. erythrocyte sedimentation rate
  b. culture and sensitivity
  c. hematocrit
  d. pro-time

Question 2

A sign of liver disease is abnormal enlargement of the liver, which is spelled hepatomegalie.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


cassie_ragen

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c
Explanation:
a. erythrocyte sedimentation rate: measures rate at which red blood cells settle out of blood to form sediment
b. culture and sensitivity: determines if there is bacteria
c. hematocrit: correct
d. pro-time: measures how long it takes for a clot to form

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: A sign of liver disease is abnormal enlargement of the liver, called hepatomegaly. Note the spelling of the suffix -megaly.


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