In cases of polycythemia vera, blood pressure is elevated as a result of:
A) increased blood volume.
B) frequent infarcts in the coronary circulation.
C) congested spleen and bone marrow.
D) increased renin and aldosterone secretions.

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Polycythemia vera leads to an increased blood volume due to the overproduction of red blood cells, which can result in elevated blood pressure.

In Cases of Polycythemia Vera, Blood Pressure Is Elevated as a Result