Question
Biology Question on neural control and coordination
Abnormal fall in the total count of WBCs in human blood is called:
A
(A) Anemia
B
(B) Polycythemia
C
(C) Leukopenia
D
(D) Leukemia
Answer
(D) Leukemia
Explanation
Solution
Explanation:
Leukemia is a type of blood cancer characterized by an increased number of anomalous blood cells in the body. The cause of Leukemia is still not known. However, individuals with a family history of leukemia are prone to the disease. Common methods of treatment include, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, bone marrow transplant. Leukopenia is a condition characterized by decreased number of WBC(s) in the blood.Hence, the correct option is (D).