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Describe the structure of erythrocytes and their function in the human body.
Describe the structure of erythrocytes and their function in the human body.
Erythrocytes are biconcave cells that lack nuclei and are the most abundant cells in blood. They contain haemoglobin, a protein that binds with oxygen and carbon dioxide to transport these gases to various tissues and organs in the body.
What is the average lifespan of erythrocytes and where are they destroyed in the body?
What is the average lifespan of erythrocytes and where are they destroyed in the body?
The average lifespan of erythrocytes is 120 days. They are destroyed in the spleen, which is also known as the "graveyard of RBCs".
How much haemoglobin does a healthy individual have in every 100 ml of blood?
How much haemoglobin does a healthy individual have in every 100 ml of blood?
A healthy individual has 12-16 gms of haemoglobin in every 100 ml of blood.
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