Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding a leftward shift in the hemoglobin-oxygen dissociation curve?

A) Hemoglobin is more saturated at a given PO2.
B) Affinity for oxygen is increased.
C) Oxygen loading onto the hemoglobin is increased.
D) It can be caused by an increase in PCO2.
E) It can be caused by an increase in blood pH.


Answer: D) It can be caused by an increase in PCO2.

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