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Title: Repeated phlebotomies decrease body iron storage in adult dogs Abstract: Abstract Go to: C The aim of the present study was to determine changes in body iron storage in adult dogs following phlebotomy. We performed repeated phlebotomies by removing 1% body weight (approximately 10% of the total blood volume) weekly for a total of 12 times using adult beagle dogs without an iron-restricted diet. After treatment, stored iron was decreased, as demonstrated by gradual reductions in serum ferritin levels and hepatic iron contents. Anemia and abnormalities in blood chemistry analysis were not observed therefore, this method was considered safe and useful for control of stored iron levels in adult dogs. From the abstract, what kind of individuals does the sample appear to consist of? Be as specific as possible 1. 2. Based on the answer to #1, what appears to be the population? 3. Identify a variable that was measured on the individuals in the study, and classify it as quantitative or categorical.

Answer 1