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Blood coagulation is impaired in___________?

Correct answer: A. Tetany

  • A. Tetany
  • B. Hyperparathyrodism
  • C. Rickets
  • D. None

Explanation

Calcium ions are required at several steps of the coagulation cascade, so severe hypocalcaemia can impair coagulation. Tetany is associated with low calcium, whereas hyperparathyroidism and rickets do not best describe this mechanism.

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