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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Erythrocytes (RBCs) constitute what percentage of whole blood?
Options
A Less than 1%
B 10–15%
C 38–48%
Correct Answer
D 52–62%
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Erythrocytes (red blood cells) constitute between 38% and 48% of whole blood (this range is the hematocrit). They are the most abundant cellular component of blood and are responsible for oxygen transport.

Hint

This percentage represents the packed cell volume of red blood cells.

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