Which of the following has been shown to erroneously affect laboratory test results, leading to falsely elevated WBC counts?
A) smiling
B) syncope
C) violent crying
D) sneezing
Answer: C
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What is the name of the fluid that carries blood cells and nutrients?
A) Platelet fluid B) Hemoglobin C) Total body water D) Plasma
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)