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What is the average lifespan of mature red blood cells?
What is the average lifespan of mature red blood cells?
- 60 days
- 240 days
- 120 days (correct)
- 180 days
What is the primary function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
What is the primary function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
- To transport oxygen from the lungs to the tissues (correct)
- To regulate body temperature
- To transport carbon dioxide from the tissues to the lungs
- To fight off infections
What is the term for an increased number of circulating neutrophils?
What is the term for an increased number of circulating neutrophils?
- Anemia
- Neutrophilia (correct)
- Neutropenia
- Leukocytosis
What is necessary for normal red blood cell production?
What is necessary for normal red blood cell production?
What type of hemoglobin is present in large concentrations in the fetus?
What type of hemoglobin is present in large concentrations in the fetus?
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism worldwide?
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism worldwide?
What is the characteristic of the hair in hypothyroidism?
What is the characteristic of the hair in hypothyroidism?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on the skin?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on the skin?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on the menstrual cycle?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on the menstrual cycle?
What is the term for decreased production of thyroid hormones?
What is the term for decreased production of thyroid hormones?
What is the cause of postpartum hypothyroidism?
What is the cause of postpartum hypothyroidism?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on the gastrointestinal tract?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on heart rate?
What is the effect of hypothyroidism on heart rate?
What is the type of inheritance pattern seen in some cases of hypothyroidism?
What is the type of inheritance pattern seen in some cases of hypothyroidism?
What is the sign of Hertoghe seen in hypothyroidism?
What is the sign of Hertoghe seen in hypothyroidism?
