Blood and tissue fluids of healthy people
A) contain different normal flora than found on the skin.
B) contain the same normal flora as found on the skin.
C) contain twice as many bacteria and yeast as found on the skin.
D) contain only protozoa as part of the normal flora.
E) are generally sterile and contain no microorganisms.

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Blood and tissue fluids of healthy people are generally sterile and contain no microorganisms. This is because the body has various defense mechanisms to prevent microorganisms from entering the bloodstream and tissues. Although the skin contains normal flora, the blood and tissue fluids are typically free of microorganisms.

Blood and Tissue Fluids of Healthy People