AIPMT PRELIMS2004Zoology-Human Physiology
AIPMT PRELIMS 2004 Zoology Respiratory System MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Blood analysis of a patient reveals an unusually high quantity of carboxy-haemoglobin content. Which of the following conclusions is most likely to be correct ? The patient has been inhaling polluted air containing unusually high content of -
A
Chloroform
B
Carbon dioxide
C
Carbon monoxide
D
carbon disulphide
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Carboxy-haemoglobin is formed when carbon monoxide binds with hemoglobin, indicating exposure to air with high carbon monoxide levels.
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