What Does EPO Do

question 67

Multiple Choice

What does EPO do?

• A) stimulates RBCs to release stored O₂
• B) stimulates RBC production
• C) increases the number of heme groups per molecule of hemoglobin
• D) increases ventilation rate.
• E) All of the answers are correct.

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Definitions:

Hydrogenation

The chemical reaction between molecular hydrogen (H2) and another compound or element, typically in the presence of a catalyst, resulting in the addition of hydrogen.

Bredt's Rule

A principle in organic chemistry stating that bridgehead carbon atoms cannot possess double bonds if the ring system is small due to excessive angle strain.

2-Butanol

An organic chemical compound, a secondary alcohol, with the formula CH3CH(OH)CH2CH3, characterized by a hydroxyl group attached to the second carbon of a butane chain.

Butane

A gas compound known as C4H10, which can be found in two different structural variations, utilized for fuel and cooling purposes.