The Pathological Cause of a Decreased Red Blood Cell Mass

question 52

Multiple Choice

The pathological cause of a decreased red blood cell mass include(s) :

• A) compromised bone marrow production.
• B) decreased red blood cell survival.
• C) bleeding as a result of trauma.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Angiography

A medical imaging technique used to visualize the inside of blood vessels and organs of the body, with particular interest in the arteries, veins, and the heart chambers.

X-ray

a form of electromagnetic radiation used in medical imaging to generate images of structures within the body, particularly bones.

Atrioventricular

Pertaining to the atria and ventricles of the heart, or the connection or coordination between them.

Mitral Stenosis

A narrowing of the mitral valve opening in the heart, restricting blood flow from the left atrium to the left ventricle.