What Causes the RBCs to Settle Faster Through the Plasma

question 27

Multiple Choice

What causes the RBCs to settle faster through the plasma when inflammation or infection is present?

• A)Bacteria cause red cells to agglutinate and fall faster.
• B)Increased number of neutrophils cause red cells to form rouleaux.
• C)Inflammation makes the plasma less viscous.
• D)Acute phase reactant proteins disrupt the electrical charge that normally separates cells.

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Definitions:

Pulsation

A rhythmic throbbing or beating, often related to the heartbeat or the flow of blood within the arteries.

Foreign Bodies

Objects or substances found within the body that are not naturally produced by it, which can sometimes lead to infection or injury.

Sterile Gauze

A medical dressing made from a thin, transparent fabric that has been sterilized to prevent infection when applied to wounds.

Human Bite

An injury resulting from a person biting another person, potentially leading to infection and other complications.