Which of the Following Statements Concerning Polycythemia Vera Is True

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning polycythemia vera is true?

• A)It may be caused by living at high altitudes or by an elevation in carbon monoxide.
• B)Causes include use of diuretics, vomiting, diarrhea, and excessive sweating.
• C)It occurs primarily in children.
• D)The cause is unknown.

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