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What causes an increase in hemoglobin?
What causes an increase in hemoglobin?
What causes an increase in hemoglobin?
High hemoglobin level is most often caused by low oxygen levels in the blood (hypoxia), present over a long period of time. Common reasons includes bone marrow disease that causes abnormal increase in red blood cells (polycythemia vera) Congenital heart disease and heavy smoking.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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What are the reasons why athletes train at high altitudes?
The advantage of altitude training is that the muscles get a natural boost when more oxygen is available during lower-altitude competitions.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
How do people survive at high altitudes?
Humans can survive at high altitudes. However, if you go to a high altitude, your body needs to adjust properly by getting used to it slowly or you could get sick.
Last updated on 19 May 2023
Why do people living at a high altitude seem to be red?
They seem to be reddish because of greater concentration of hemoglobin the oxygen carrying protein the main component of red blood cells.
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At what altitude do you need oxygen?
Supplemental oxygen is required above 10,000 feet
Last updated on 19 May 2023
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