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What is the primary definition of thrombocytopenia?
What is the primary definition of thrombocytopenia?
- A deficiency in red blood cells
- A deficiency in the number of circulating platelets (correct)
- A condition of increased white blood cells
- A condition of excessive clotting factors
Which of the following accurately describes micrognathia?
Which of the following accurately describes micrognathia?
- An issue related to the urinary system
- A condition where the jaw is abnormally small (correct)
- Condition characterized by a larger than normal jaw
- A condition involving the throat and airways
What does a staghorn calculus refer to in medical terminology?
What does a staghorn calculus refer to in medical terminology?
- A type of blood clot within arteries
- A type of aneurysm found in the brain
- A large kidney stone that takes the shape of the renal pelvis (correct)
- A deficiency of white blood cells
Coronary angiography is primarily used to diagnose which condition?
Coronary angiography is primarily used to diagnose which condition?
Which body system is primarily affected by the presence of aneurysms?
Which body system is primarily affected by the presence of aneurysms?
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Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytopenia
A condition where there are fewer platelets than normal in the blood.
Thrombocytopenia - cause of clotting problems
Thrombocytopenia - cause of clotting problems
Most common cause of blood clotting problems.
Micrognathia
Micrognathia
A condition characterized by an abnormally small jaw.
Staghorn Calculus
Staghorn Calculus
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Stoma
Stoma
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