After Blood Clots, the Fluid That Remains (Called Serum)

question 11

Multiple Choice

After blood clots, the fluid that remains (called serum)

• A) Is called plasma
• B) Has [K⁺] of about 140 mM
• C) Has [Na⁺] of about 4 mM
• D) Can occur only if heparin or EDTA is added to induce the clot
• E) Lacks fibrinogen

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