Staphylococcus Aureus May Cause Destruction of Red Blood Cells, a Condition

question 37

Multiple Choice

Staphylococcus aureus may cause destruction of red blood cells, a condition known as

• A) septicemia.
• B) toxemia.
• C) leukemia.
• D) polycythemia.
• E) anemia.

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Definitions:

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