20 Questions
What is the approximate percentage of erythrocytes in the blood?
45%
Which organ is responsible for the production of erythropoietin (EPO)?
Kidney
What is the primary function of erythrocytes?
Transport O2 and CO2
What stimulates the production of erythropoietin (EPO)?
Hypoxia
What is the approximate normal hematocrit range for females?
39-48%
What can lead to reduced O2 carrying capacity due to deficiencies?
Iron & protein deficiencies
What is the main site of erythrocyte (RBC) production in adults?
Bones
What is the primary regulator of erythropoiesis (RBC production)?
Oxygen levels in the blood
What is the approximate normal hematocrit range for males?
42-50%
What are the primary growth requirements for erythrocytes (RBCs)?
Spleen, liver, and lymph nodes
What is the primary regulator of erythropoiesis (RBC production)?
Oxygen levels in the blood
What stimulates the production of erythropoietin (EPO)?
Low oxygen levels (hypoxia)
What can lead to reduced O2 carrying capacity due to deficiencies?
Iron & protein deficiencies
Where are erythrocytes (RBCs) primarily removed from circulation?
Spleen
What is the approximate number of hemoglobin molecules per erythrocyte (RBC)?
250 million
What is the primary stimulus for the production of erythropoietin (EPO)?
Hypoxia
Where are erythrocytes (RBCs) primarily removed from circulation?
Mononuclear Phagocyte System (MPS)
What is the approximate duration of the entire process of erythropoiesis (RBC production)?
~4 days
What is the primary site of production for erythropoietin (EPO)?
Peritubular cells of the kidney
Which organ is responsible for the production of antibodies?
Spleen
Test your knowledge of the components of blood including cells, plasma, proteins, and other substances. Learn about the functions and characteristics of erythrocytes (RBCs) and their production sites.
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