Low Partial Pressure of Oxygen in Tissues is a Condition

Question

Low partial pressure of oxygen in tissues is a condition called
A) asthma.
B) emphysema.
C) hypoxia.
D) ischemia.
E) lung cancer.

Accepted Answer

Hypoxia is a condition characterized by low levels of oxygen in the tissues. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and high altitude. Asthma is a respiratory disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, while emphysema is a chronic lung disease in which the air sacs in the lungs are damaged. Ischemia refers to a restriction of blood flow to tissues, which can lead to tissue damage or death. Lung cancer is a malignant tumor that originates in the lungs, but it does not necessarily cause or result from low levels of oxygen in the tissues.