In the closed circuit helium dilution method, approximately how long will the patient breathe a helium mixture?
A. 1-2 deep breaths
B. 15 minutes
C. 7 minutes
D. 12 seconds
Answer: C
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_____ measures the rate at which anticoagulated RBCs will fall when allowed to settle in a thin columnar tube
Hct ESR Hgb CBC