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Polycythemia Is a Disease Characterized by an Abnormally High Number

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Polycythemia is a disease characterized by an abnormally high number of red blood cells.This makes the blood thick,hard to pump,and tends to clog up the vascular system.Athletes sometimes try to mimic this by an illegal practice in an attempt to boost oxygen delivery.This practice is called ________.


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Discount Rate

The interest rate charged by central banks to commercial banks for loans.

Government Securities

Financial instruments issued by a government to raise funds from investors, promising to pay back with interest, including treasury bonds, bills, and notes considered low-risk investments.

Federal Reserve Board

The governing body of the Federal Reserve System, responsible for overseeing the U.S. central banking system.

Government Securities

Financial instruments issued by a government to raise funds from the public, including bonds and treasury bills, with a promise to pay back with interest.

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