Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Introduction: The red blood cells are also known as erythrocytes. They supply the oxygen and nutrients to the body tissue and carry away the carbon dioxide and other toxic waste from them.

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To determine: The location where erythropoietin is produced and the stimulus that causes its production.

Introduction: Red blood cells are also known as erythrocytes. They supply the oxygen and nutrients to the body tissue and carry away the carbon dioxide and other toxic waste from them.

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