Factors Affecting RBC and WBC Production

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What stimulates the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow?

Erythropoietin (EPO)

What is essential for hemoglobin synthesis and can lead to decreased RBC production if deficient?

Iron Availability

What is crucial for DNA synthesis during RBC maturation and can result in impaired RBC production if deficient?

Vitamin B12 and Folate

What stimulates the release of EPO, promoting erythropoiesis in response to low oxygen levels?

<p>Hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is critical for the production of red blood cells?

<p>Bone Marrow Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

What stimulates the production of white blood cells?

<p>Colony-Stimulating Factors (CSFs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to leukocytosis?

<p>Infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of thrombocytopenia?

<p>Low platelet count</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may result in increased blood viscosity?

<p>Polycythemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can influence the production and release of white blood cells from the bone marrow?

<p>Corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range for hematocrit typically expressed as?

<p>% of blood that is cellular</p> Signup and view all the answers

What may lead to decreased WBC production?

<p>Chronic hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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