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Major functions of vitamin C include: a.Synthesis of collagen b.Antioxidant c.Improves immunity d.All of the above

Phlebotomy Essentials

6th Edition

ISBN:9781451194524

Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Chapter1: Phlebotomy: Past And Present And The Healthcare Setting

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a.Synthesis of collagen

b.Antioxidant

c.Improves immunity

d.All of the above

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