Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology - With Lab Manual and CD
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ISBN: 9780134610337
Author: Martini
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 29RQ
Willy is allergic to ragweed pollen and tells you that he read about a medication that can help his condition by blocking certain antibodies. Do you think that this treatment could help Willy? Explain.
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Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology - With Lab Manual and CD
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