Deoxygenation of Red Blood Cells in Sickle Cell Anemia Induces

question 9

Multiple Choice

Deoxygenation of red blood cells in sickle cell anemia induces efflux of what ion?

• A) sodium
• B) calcium
• C) nitrogen
• D) potassium

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