What Is the Name of the Procedure for Harvesting Stem

question 42

Multiple Choice

What is the name of the procedure for harvesting stem cells from the blood?

• A) marrow scraping
• B) brachytherapy
• C) apheresis
• D) dysgeusia
• E) erythropoiesis

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Definitions:

Laboratory Value

A quantitative result obtained from medical lab tests, used to assess health status or diagnose conditions.

Calcium Level

A measure of the amount of calcium in the blood, crucial for various bodily functions including bone health, muscle function, and nerve transmission.

Sodium Level

The concentration of sodium ions in the blood, important for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function.

Uncompensated Respiratory Alkalosis

A condition where the blood becomes too alkaline (high pH) due to an excess loss of carbon dioxide and without the kidneys compensating to correct the pH balance.