Which of the following terms refers to an abnormal decrease in
white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets?
a) Pancytopenia
Pancytopenia may be congenital or acquired.
b) Anemia
Anemia refers to decreased red cell mass.
c) Leukopenia
Leukopenia refers to a less-than-normal amount of WBCs in
circulation.
d) Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytopenia refers to a lower-than-normal platelet count.
white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets?
a) Pancytopenia
Pancytopenia may be congenital or acquired.
b) Anemia
Anemia refers to decreased red cell mass.
c) Leukopenia
Leukopenia refers to a less-than-normal amount of WBCs in
circulation.
d) Thrombocytopenia
Thrombocytopenia refers to a lower-than-normal platelet count.