When a Person Becomes "Pale," What Is the Physiologic Basis

question 81

Multiple Choice

When a person becomes "pale," what is the physiologic basis?

• A) The blood supply to the skin increases.
• B) The number of red melanocytes in the skin increases.
• C) Melanocytes increase production of red pigments.
• D) The blood supply to the skin decreases.
• E) Increased heat causes the skin to turn red.

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