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Increased blood viscosity and slow circulation causes______________?

Correct answer: A. RBC rouleax formation

  • A. RBC rouleax formation
  • B. Increased plasma skimming
  • C. Increased number of RBC in capillaries
  • D. None

Explanation

Slow blood flow and increased viscosity favour stacking of red cells into coin-like rouleaux formations. Rouleaux increases erythrocyte settling and is associated with a raised ESR.

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