Which of the Following Is NOT True for the Plateau

question 119

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true for the plateau portion of the O₂-Hb curve?

• A) It is in the blood-PO₂ range that exists at the pulmonary capillaries.
• B) It means that haemoglobin becomes almost nearly saturated in the lungs unless the pulmonary capillary PO₂ falls below 60 mmHg.
• C) It is in the blood-PO₂ range that exists at the systemic capillaries.

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