HUMAN BIOLOGY (LOOSELEAF)-W/CONNECT
HUMAN BIOLOGY (LOOSELEAF)-W/CONNECT
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ISBN: 9781260692174
Author: Mader
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 6.2, Problem 3CYP
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The role of EPO (erythropoietin) in RBC (red blood cell) production.

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Blood is a fluid connective tissue. It helps in circulating the essential components such as gases, proteins and other nutrients to each cell or tissue of the body. It consists of plasma, erythrocyte, leukocyte and thrombocyte. Plasma is the major component of the blood.

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