2. A person who goes from sea level to a city that is 5000 feet above...

 

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2. A person who goes from sea level to a city that is 5000 feet above sea level will show an increased hematocrit within 2 to 3 days. Explain the processes, steps, and/or mechanisms that link the decreased amount of oxygen at high altitude to increased red blood cell production. 2. A person who goes from sea level to a city that is 5000 feet above sea level will show an increased hematocrit within 2 to 3 days. Explain the processes, steps, and/or mechanisms that link the decreased amount of oxygen at high altitude to increased red blood cell production.

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When a person goes from sea level to a highaltitude city like one that is 5000 feet above sea level they are exposed to lower oxygen levels due to the decrease in atmospheric pressure at higher altitu... View the full answer