Bone marrow suppression results in infections

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


T: Bone marrow suppression (inhibition of blood cell replication in the bone marrow), results in leukopenia (decrease in neutrophils or white blood cells), which predisposes patients to serious infections and thrombocytopenia (decrease in platelets), which may lead to serious bleeding problems.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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