An abnormal increase in the number of erythrocytes due to uncontrolled production is known as ________
A) polycythemia vera
B) leukemia
C) anemia
D) embolism
A
Explanation: A) Correct!
B) Leukemia is an abnormal increase in the number of leukocytes, not erythrocytes.
C) Anemia is an abnormal decrease, not increase, in the number of erythrocytes.
D) Embolism is a blood clot.
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