The Condition in Which Fetal RBCs Are Destroyed Faster Than

question 13

Multiple Choice

The condition in which fetal RBCs are destroyed faster than the infant liver can rid the body of the breakdown products of hemoglobin is called ________.

• A) hemolytic disease of the newborn
• B) pernicious anemia
• C) sickle cell trait
• D) physiologic jaundice

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Definitions:

Multiple Sclerosis

An autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks its own tissues, specifically the myelin sheath in the central nervous system, leading to demyelination and a wide range of neurological symptoms.

Ischemic Stroke

A type of stroke caused by a blockage in the blood vessels that supply blood to the brain, leading to reduced blood flow and oxygen to brain tissue.

Brain Damage

Brain damage refers to the destruction or deterioration of brain cells due to various causes, such as trauma, stroke, or disease, potentially leading to impaired cognitive, physical, or emotional functions.

Neurosurgeries

Surgical interventions targeted at the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and other components, to treat neurological conditions and injuries.