One factor that determines skin color is the amount of oxygenated blood in the dermis of skin. The pigment in red blood cells that carry oxygen is called ________. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


hemoglobin
Oxygen is carried by a pigment in red blood cells called hemoglobin.

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Which of the following items would be part of the familial history?

a. Assessment of body systems b. Medical problems of relatives c. Frequency of alcohol use d. Past surgeries of patient

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Which of the following types of balances must be used in the pharmacy?

Electronic Triple beam Class A Class B

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What is/are the correct code(s) for a patient with mucopurulent chronic bronchitis who is a tobacco user?

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