MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

BLOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Cyanosis of the skin is caused by a lack of ____ causing the skin to appear to be ____ in color.
A
iron, blueish
B
oxygen, pinkish
C
hemoglobin, reddish
D
oxygen, blueish
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -People whose blood is low in oxygen tend to have a bluish color to their skin. This condition is called cyanosis. Depending on the cause, cyanosis may develop suddenly, along with shortness of breath and other symptoms. Cyanosis that is caused by long-term heart or lung problems may develop slowly.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cyanosis is a bluish color in the skin, lips, and nail beds caused by a shortage of oxygen in the blood. Cyanosis occurs because blood with low levels of oxygen turns blue or purple. This low-oxygen blood causes a blue-purple tint to the skin.

Detailed explanation-3: -Blue skin and lips is usually caused by low blood oxygen levels or poor circulation. It can be a sign of a serious problem. Call 999 or go to your nearest emergency department immediately if you notice an adult or child suddenly turning blue.

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