Which statement is true of bacteremia?
A) Bacteremia is a reduction in the production of bacteria.
B) Bacteremia is the presence of bacteria in the blood.
C) Bacteremia is the presence of bacteria in the urine.
D) Bacteremia means capable of destroying bacteria.

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Bacteremia refers to the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream, which can be a sign of infection or contamination. It does not refer to a reduction in bacterial production, the presence of bacteria in urine (which is bacteriuria), or the capability to destroy bacteria.

Which Statement Is True of Bacteremia