What Effect Would a Deficiency in G6PD Have on RBC

question 36

Multiple Choice

What effect would a deficiency in G6PD have on RBC survival?

• A) It would increase the survival of the RBCs.
• B) It would decrease the survival of the RBCs.
• C) It would have no effect on the survival of the RBCs.
• D) This cannot be determined.

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