Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 13: 978-1-29221-623-2

Chapter 10 - Blood - Review Questions - Page 381: 30

Answer

This condition is called polycythemia.

Work Step by Step

Polycythemia is a condition in which the bone marrow starts producing a lot of red blood cells, which increases the hematocrit percentage. These extra RBCs increase the thickness and viscosity of the blood, which can cause several problems.
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