When Large Quantities of Blood Are Lost, Erythrocytes Must Be

question 109

Multiple Choice

When large quantities of blood are lost, erythrocytes must be replaced to restore

• A) the body's ability to fight infection.
• B) oxygen-carrying capacity.
• C) thrombin levels.
• D) normal blood pH.
• E) iron levels.

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