Anatomy & Physiology
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Author: Marieb, Elaine N.
Publisher: Pearson College Div
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Chapter 2, Problem 4MC
A deficiency in this element can be expected to reduce the hemoglobin content of blood: (a) Fe, (b) I, (c) F, (d) Ca, (e) K.
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