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A Blood Specimen Is Analyzed

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A blood specimen is analyzed.The MCV is increased, the hemoglobin level is decreased, and the reticulocyte count is normal or low.What test could give more information on the cause of the anemia without drawing another blood specimen?


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Background Extinction

The continuous, low-level extinction of species that has occurred throughout much of the history of life. Compare with mass extinction.

Continuous

A term used to describe a non-interrupted or unbroken series, sequence, or progression.

Low-Level

Referring to a minimal or reduced amount or degree in a given context.

Allopatric

Describes a mode of speciation that occurs when biological populations of the same species become isolated from each other to an extent that prevents or interferes with genetic interchange.

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