Which of the Following Is True of Sickle Cell Disease

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of sickle cell disease?

• A) it shortens the life span of red blood cells
• B) it causes blood cells to clump together in small blood vessels
• C) it damages the spleen
• D) all of these

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Definitions:

Barter

The direct exchange of goods or services between parties without the use of money.

Subscapular Fossa

A shallow depression on the anterior surface of the scapula, covered by the subscapularis muscle.

Glenoid Cavity

A shallow, articular depression on the lateral angle of the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus to form the shoulder joint.

Infraspinous Fossa

A depression located below the spine of the scapula, serving as a site for muscle attachment.