Which term means "too few red (cells)"?

a. leukocytosis
b. erythrocytosis
c. hematocytosis
d. erythropenia


d
Explanation:
a. leukocytosis: means "too many white cells"
b. erythrocytosis: means "too many red cells"
c. hematocytosis: means "too many blood cells"
d. erythopenia: correct

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