hematopoiesis Flashcards
1
Q
what are 3 oral effects of anemia?
A
Increased risk of periodontitis, abnormally pale tissue in mouth, inflammation of the tongue.
2
Q
Most anemias are due to a deficiency in one of what 3 essential nutrients?
A
Iron, Vitamin B12, Folic acid
3
Q
Iron is excreted regularly T/F
A
False
4
Q
Taking iron supplements through oral routes and intravenously are equally effective. T/F
A
True
5
Q
vitamin B12 is also known as
A
cobalamine
6
Q
Lack of intrinsic factor leads to what?
A
Vitamin B12 deficiency
7
Q
vitamin B12 deficiency is treated by?
A
injection of B12-orally taking it won’t help
8
Q
sickle cells only last how long?
A
10-20 days
9
Q
Healthy red blood cells last how long?
A
90-120 days
10
Q
G-CSF, GM-CSF, IL-11 are all what?
A
hematopoietic growth factors-stimulate hematopoiesis
