Which of the following is true related to oxygen diffusion?

A. It can only be perfusion limited
B. It is normally diffusion limited but under certain abnormal pulmonary condition can become perfusion limited
C. It can only be diffusion limited
D. It is normally perfusion limited but under certain abnormal pulmonary conditions can become diffusion limited


Answer: D

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