The primary source of RBCs in the adult human being is the bone marrow in the shafts of the long bones.
False
What organ in the body regulates erythrocyte production?
Kidney
.Which of the following might trigger erythropoiesis?
hypoxia of EPO-producing cells
With a patient that is administered an injection of erythropoietin (EPO) you would expect to see__________
increased hematocrit
Which of the following plasma components is most likely to rise in concentration during an acute infection?
gamma globulins
The primary source of RBCs in the adult human being is the bone marrow in the shafts of the long bones.
False
Fred's blood was determined to be AB positive. What does this mean?
There are no antibodies to A, to B, or to Rh antigens in the plasma.
The normal RBC "graveyard" is the liver.
False