An abnormal metabolic state in which the tissues are unable to utilize the O2 made available to them best describes which of the following?

a. Diffusion hypoxia
b. Dysoxia
c. Hemic hypoxia
d. Physiologic shunt

ANS: B
Abnormal cellular function prevents proper uptake of O2 is called dysoxia.

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