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What is the definition of Osmotic Fragility Test?
What is the definition of Osmotic Fragility Test?
- The ability of RBCs to resist hemolysis when put in hypertonic solution
- The ability of WBCs to resist hemolysis when put in hypotonic solution
- The ability of RBCs to resist hemolysis when put in hypotonic solution (correct)
- The ability of RBCs to resist hemolysis when put in isotonic solution
What is the main effect of administering hypertonic solutions?
What is the main effect of administering hypertonic solutions?
- No effect on intracellular volume
- Expanding intracellular volume
- Causing cells to rupture
- Decreasing intracellular volume (correct)
Which solution is used in cases of salt and water depletion, such as vomiting and diarrhea?
Which solution is used in cases of salt and water depletion, such as vomiting and diarrhea?
- Hypertonic saline
- Glucose 5%
- Distilled water
- Isotonic saline (NaCl) 0.9% (correct)
What is the osmotic concentration of plasma generally compared to?
What is the osmotic concentration of plasma generally compared to?
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What is the main effect of administering hypotonic solutions?
What is the main effect of administering hypotonic solutions?
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