Which of These Statements Does NOT Correctly Describe Erythrocytes

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements does NOT correctly describe erythrocytes?

• A)Erythrocytes do not contain any organelles.
• B)Erythrocytes may take on many different shapes.
• C) Erythrocytes originate from the same undifferentiated pluripotent stem cells as leukocytes and platelets.
• D) Erythrocytes live only about five days.

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Definitions:

Skeletal

Pertaining to the skeleton or bony structure; also to the muscles attached to the skeleton to permit movement.

Congestive Heart Failure

A condition where the heart's function as a pump is inadequate, leading to the buildup of fluid in the body.

Leukemia

A form of cancer impacting the blood and bone marrow, noted for the excessive generation of irregular white blood cells.

Infections

The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in body tissues, which can cause illness.