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Red blood cells

Red blood cells.

The red blood cells carry oxygen to the body's tissues and remove carbon dioxide and other wastes.

Current as of: December 13, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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Current as of: December 13, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

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