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Question by Bob B: What physiological processes within his body caused his erythrocyte count to increase in the past 6 weeks?
Daniel, a pilot for a paramedical squad, has recently been stationed to Mexico City for 3 months. Six weeks after his arrival, a routine medical examination shows that his erythrocyte count is elevated, his respiratory rate is above normal, and his hemoglobin O2 saturation level is lower than normal.

What physiological processes within his body caused his erythrocyte count to increase in the past 6 weeks?


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Answer by TERRI F
Might check the altitude he is at compaired to where he was 6 wks ago, it might be due to altitude. If not he needs more follow up tests of causes to polycytemia.Not auditing typing fast lol. Good luck.

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