Which of the Following Laboratory Findings Would Be Expected When

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following laboratory findings would be expected when a hemoglobinopathy causes the oxygen dissociation curve to shift to the left?

• A)hypochromic microcytic red blood cells
• B)erythrocytosis
• C)acidosis
• D)increased serum iron and TIBC

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