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| 1. Erythropoietin / 2. Red Blood Cell Production / 2. Red Blood Cells & Oxygen | |
Red Blood CellsErythropoietin Like most cells in the body, red blood cells have a limited life span. As they age or become damaged, they are continually replaced with fresh, new ones. Erythropoietin, a hormone made in our kidneys and released into the bloodstream, is a key factor in regulating this process. | |
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