The Red Cell Histogram Is Wider Than Normal

question 21

Multiple Choice

The red cell histogram is wider than normal.Which of the following is true?

• A)The red blood cell distribution width (RDW) is decreased.
• B)Most cells are larger than normal.
• C)The coefficient of variation was calculated incorrectly.
• D)Anisocytosis is present.

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