Multiple Choice
In a healthy adult, approximately how long is the lifespan of an erythrocyte (red blood cell) in circulation?
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17. The Blood
Erythrocytes
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Which of the following does not stimulate erythrocyte production?
A
Erythropoietin
B
Testosterone
C
Iron deficiency
D
Hypoxia
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Understand the role of erythrocytes: Erythrocytes, or red blood cells, are responsible for transporting oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body and returning carbon dioxide to the lungs for exhalation.
Identify the factors that stimulate erythrocyte production: Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidneys that stimulates the production of erythrocytes in response to low oxygen levels (hypoxia). Testosterone can also enhance erythropoiesis by increasing erythropoietin production.
Recognize the role of iron in erythrocyte production: Iron is a crucial component of hemoglobin, the protein in erythrocytes that binds oxygen. While iron is essential for erythrocyte function, its deficiency does not directly stimulate erythrocyte production.
Analyze the effect of hypoxia: Hypoxia, or low oxygen levels in the blood, triggers the release of erythropoietin, which in turn stimulates the production of erythrocytes to improve oxygen transport.
Conclude which factor does not stimulate erythrocyte production: Iron deficiency does not stimulate erythrocyte production; instead, it can lead to anemia, a condition characterized by a reduced number of erythrocytes or hemoglobin, impairing oxygen transport.
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