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Which one of the following human organs is often called the “graveyard” of RBCs?

  1. A
    Liver
  2. B
    Gall bladder
  3. C
    Kidney
  4. D
    Spleen

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The spleen is often called the "graveyard" of RBCs because it acts as a filter where old or damaged red blood cells are broken down by macrophages.

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Which one of the following human organs is often called the “graveyard” of RBCs?
A
Liver
B
Gall bladder
C
Kidney
D
Spleen

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