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What is the primary principle of the apheresis procedure?
What is the primary principle of the apheresis procedure?
- Removal of excess white blood cells
- Separation of blood components (correct)
- Extraction of excess platelets
- Purification of red blood cells
What is a potential complication of the apheresis procedure?
What is a potential complication of the apheresis procedure?
- Elevated red blood cell production
- Hypovolemia (correct)
- Increased platelet count
- Reduced risk of infection
Which blood component is NOT typically targeted for removal during apheresis?
Which blood component is NOT typically targeted for removal during apheresis?
- Platelets
- White blood cells
- Red blood cells (correct)
- Plasma
What is an essential step in the apheresis procedure?
What is an essential step in the apheresis procedure?
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