Which of the following abnormalities identified in the laboratory report is associated with an increase in SVR?

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As blood hematocrit or viscosity increases, the heart must pump more forcefully to maintain the blood flow rate; that is, a higher pressure gradient is required to produce the same blood flow. This increases the numerator of the SVR equation, increasing the systemic vascular resistance.

Which of the Following Abnormalities Identified in the Laboratory Report