An Abnormal Increase in the Number of Platelets in the Circulating

question 6

Multiple Choice

An abnormal increase in the number of platelets in the circulating blood is known as _____.​

• A) ​thrombocytopenia
• B) ​polycythemia
• C) ​hemochromatosis
• D) ​thrombocytosis

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Definitions:

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A small skin gland that secretes sebum (oily substance) into the hair follicles to lubricate the hair and skin.

Hair Shaft

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