In the term plasmapheresis, the suffix -apheresis means:

A) removal.
B) destruction.
C) loosen.
D) protein.


A
Explanation: A) Correct. Plasmapheresis refers to the removal of blood from the body, centrifuging to separate plasma from blood, and infusing the cellular elements back into the patient.

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