Match each definition with the correct term below.
-Myelodysplastic syndrome

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Myelodysplastic syndrome, also known as MDS, is a group of disorders that result from a defect in the bone marrow, which leads to abnormal development of blood cells.

Answer: D
 Myelodysplastic syndrome is considered a hematologic malignancy, meaning it is a cancer of the blood or bone marrow.

Answer: A
 Myelodysplastic syndrome is not a hereditary bleeding disorder, as it does not involve abnormalities in blood clotting factors.

Answer: C
 Myelodysplastic syndrome is not characterized by excessive red blood cells (polycythemia), but can instead involve abnormalities in the production and development of blood cells.

Match Each Definition with the Correct Term Below