A disease at the chemical level can have an effect on the whole body. That is, a change in a chemical affects a cell, which alters the functioning of a tissue, which disrupts an organ, which disrupts a system, which results in body dysfunction. Illustrate this concept

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  1. A disease at the chemical level can have an effect on the whole body. That is, a change in a chemical affects a cell, which alters the functioning of a tissue, which disrupts an organ, which disrupts a system, which results in body dysfunction. Illustrate this concept by rewriting the following description in your own words using the different levels of organization in order of complexity: chemical, cell, tissue, organ, system, and body (hint: blood is a tissue). Your answer should address the following issues: (a) Which of the bold terms applies to each level of organization? (b) Which level of organization is not explicitly stated in the question?

    S. experiences pain throughout his body. The movement of bloodthrough his blood vessels is impaired. His blood cells are misshapen. A chemical found in red blood cells called hemoglobin is abnormal.

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