A Blood Test Performed on Whole Blood to Determine the Percentage

question 78

Multiple Choice

A blood test performed on whole blood to determine the percentage of RBCs in the total blood volume is:

• A) RBC.
• B) WBC.
• C) Hct.
• D) PTT.

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Definitions:

Receptor Cells

Specialized cells that respond to specific chemical or physical stimuli in the body and transmit signals to nerves.

Umami

One of the five basic tastes, described as savory or meaty, and associated with foods containing glutamate.

Meaty Taste

Describes a flavor profile reminiscent of meat, often rich and savory, referred to as umami in taste descriptions.

Taste Sensation

The perception derived from the chemical senses as food or other substances interact with taste receptors in the mouth.