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Which is the distinctive feature of anemia? |
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Functional inability to supply the tissue with adequate oxygen |
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What is meant by poikilocytosis? |
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Variation in shape of erythrocytes |
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Where does hematopoiesis take place in the first two months of fetal life? |
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What is meant by anisocytosis? |
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Variation in size of erythrocytes |
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What assessment should be included in the clinical diagnosis of anemia? |
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Definition
Patient history, Physical exam, Hematologic lab findings |
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What areas of red blood cell (RBC) metabolism are crucial for normal erythrocyte survival? |
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Definition
Hemoglobin structure and function, RBC membrane, Cellular energetics |
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What is the average weight of the bone marrow in an adult? |
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Where does development of hematopoietic cells take place in the bone marrow? |
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What is the dynamic process of blood cell production termed? |
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What is the clinical chemical composition of the RBC membrane? |
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40% lipid, 52% protein, 8% carbohydrate |
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