An overly active spleen may prematurely remove platelets from the circulation,thereby predisposing a person to
A)arteriolar vasospasm and hypertension.
B)granulocytopenia and infection.
C)thrombocytopenia and bleeding.
D)hyperbilirubinemia and jaundice.

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An overly active spleen can lead to premature removal of platelets from circulation, leading to a low platelet count or thrombocytopenia. This can increase the risk of bleeding. Options A, B, and D are unrelated to spleen function and are therefore incorrect.

An Overly Active Spleen May Prematurely Remove Platelets from the Circulation,thereby