When the Heart's Workload Increases, What Changes Occur to the Myocardial

question 45

Multiple Choice

When the heart's workload increases, what changes occur to the myocardial cells?

• A)They divide.
• B)They increase in size.
• C)They increase in number.
• D)They undergo metaplasia.

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