Erythrocytes
Erythrocytes
One hundred twenty days lifespan
No nucleus or mitochondria
Has four globin chains
Each with heme and iron
Two to three DPG helps with oxygen binding affinity
Carbon monoxide poisoning equals bright red blood but no oxygen present
Twenty-one percent concentration of oxygen in atmosphere
Areas affecting oxygen are due to pressure shifting
Erythropoiesis
Erythropoiesis
Requirements for RBC production
Vitamin B twelve
Vitamin B nine
Vitamin B six
Needed for DNA synthesis of RBC
Intrinsic Factor from stomach equals cannot absorb B twelve if low
Bariatric surgery